Every barrel of oil that comes out of those sands in Canada is a barrel of oil that we don't have to buy from a foreign source.

Spreading the wealth punishes success while setting America on course for a greater dependency on government.

I come by my conservatism authentically, not by convenience. And I offer the American people a new direction.

The foundation for future prosperity is built on the bedrock of good jobs and great schools. We are building a strong foundation one job at a time and one educated Texan at a time.

It is time to change our policy of appeasement toward the Palestinians, to strengthen our ties with the nation of Israel.

I'm not ashamed to be a Christian. But you don't have to be in the pew every Sunday to know that there's something wrong in this country when gays can serve openly in the military but our kids can't openly celebrate Christmas or pray in school.

Those of you that will be 21 by November the 12th, I ask for your support and your vote.