Having family responsibilities and concerns just has to make you a more understanding person.

I think we may be seeing the beginnings of a resurgence of civic-mindedness in this country. Hopefully the younger generations, which came out in record numbers during the last presidential election, will pass their enthusiasm on to their children.

Be aware that even before you have reached your ultimate professional destination, if you always strive for excellence, you can and should have a substantial impact on the world in which you live.

(W)e do not count heads before enforcing the First Amendment.

We don't accomplish anything in this world alone... and whatever happens is the result of the whole tapestry of one's life and all the weavings of individual threads form one to another that creates something.

It is difficult to discern a serious threat to religious liberty from a room of silent, thoughtful schoolchildren.

I tried to decide each case based on the law and the Constitution.