The societies which have achieved the most spectacular broad-based economic progress in the shortest period of time are not the most tightly controlled, not necessarily the biggest in size, or the wealthiest in natural resources. No, what unites them all is their willingness to believe in the magic of the marketplace.

Our military strength is a prerequisite to peace, but let it be clear we maintain this strength in the hope it will never be used.

Politics is not a bad profession. If you succeed there are many rewards, if you disgrace yourself you can always write a book.

We who live in free market societies believe that growth and prosperity, and ultimately human fulfillment are created from the bottom up, not the government down.

I am not worried about the deficit. It is big enough to take care of itself.

I recently learned something quite interesting about video games. Many young people have developed incredible hand, eye, and brain coordination in playing these games. The air force believes these kids will be our outstanding pilots should they fly our jets.

Some people wonder all their lives if they've made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem.