Unless bureaucracy is constantly resisted, it breaks down representative government and overwhelms democracy.

When those who are governed do too little, those who govern can - and often will - do too much.

If adults want to take such chances (with marijuana) that is their business

My philosophy of life is that if we make up our mind what we are going to make of our lives, then work hard toward that goal, we never lose - somehow we win out.

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we should reflect on the full meaning of this day as we enjoy the fellowship that is so much a part of the holiday festivities. Searching our hearts, we should ask what we can do as individuals to demonstrate our gratitude to God for all He has done. Such reflection can only add to the significance of this precious day of remembrance.

I believe with all my heart that our first priority must be world peace, and that use of force is always and only a last resort, when everything else has failed, and then only with regard to our national security.

One day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free.