Protecting the rights of even the least individual among us is basically the only excuse the government has for even existing.

I don't know what I expected, but my first morning in the Oval Office had a surprising ring of familiarity to it. It reminded me a lot of my job as governor.

There's no question I am an idealist, which is another way of saying 'I am an American.'

Money can't buy happiness, but it will certainly get you a better class of memories.

If some among you fear taking a stand because you are afraid of reprisals from customers, clients, or even government, recognize that you are just feeding the crocodile hoping he'll eat you last.

America has never gotten in a war because we were too strong.

They've done away with those committees. That shows the success of what the Soviets were able to do in this country.