We had a $10 billion budget deficit when we got here in January of 2003. We cut that budget deficit; we did not raise taxes; we came back in '05, and we had an $8 billion surplus. That's how fast it can happen.
Rick PerryI'm more Jewish than you think I am...I read the part of the Bible that said the Jews are God's chosen people.
Rick PerryThis administration in Washington that's in power now clearly believes that government is not only the answer to every need, but it's the most qualified to make the most central decisions for every American in every area.
Rick PerryThose jobs flee other states because of factors like excessive taxation, punitive regulation and frivolous lawsuits.
Rick PerryWe need a president that is sitting down, getting Americans to work, getting this economy going. That is the single most important thing that the president of the United States does, is create a climate where job creators know that they're going to be able to risk their capital and have a chance to have a return on the investment. And it's never too late to start that.
Rick Perry