No mother would ever willingly sacrifice her sons for territorial gain, for economic advantage, for ideology.

Republicans believe the best way to assure prosperity is to generate more jobs. The Democrats believe in more welfare.

In this springtime of hope, some lights seem eternal; America's is.

In our observances this Memorial Day, we honor the brave Americans who paid the highest price for their commitment to the ideals of peace, freedom, and justice. Our debt to them can be paid only by our own recommitment to preserving those same ideals.

Elvis epitomised America, and for that we shall be eternally grateful. There will never be anyone else like him. Let's all rejoice in his music.

An America that is militarily and economically strong is not enough. The world must see an America that is morally strong with a creed and a vision. This is what has led us to dare and achieve. For us, values count.

The defense policy of the United States is based on a simple premise: The United States does not start fights. We will never be an aggressor.