I think the presidency is an institution over which you have temporary custody.

Within the covers of the Bible are the answers for all the problems men face.

By working together, pooling our resources and building on our strengths, we can accomplish great things.

I've talked to you on a number of occasions about the economic problems our nation faces, and I am prepared to tell you it's in a hell of a mess-we're not connected to the press room yet, are we?

If we've learned any lessons during the past few decades, perhaps the most important is that preservation of our environment is not a partisan challenge; it's common sense. Our physical health, our social happiness, and our economic well-being will be sustained only by all of us working in partnership as thoughtful, effective stewards of our natural resources.

Surround yourself with the best people you can find, delegate authority, and don't interfere as long as the policy you've decided upon is being carried out.

The purpose of America is to unleash the full talent and genius of every individual.