Bipartisanship isn't an option anymore; it is a requirement. The American people have divided responsibility for leadership right down the middle.

There may not be much difference between Democrats and Republicans anymore.

As the representatives of the people we are here to declare that our resolve has not been weakened by these horrific and cowardly acts.

People were concerned about national security, and that precluded us from having the opportunity to break through on the issues that we cared most about - the economy, education and health care.

Bipartisanship isn't an option anymore; it is a requirement. The American people have divided responsibility for leadership right down the middle.

America has lost an icon. Ronald Reagan's leadership will inspire Americans for generations to come. His patriotism and devotion to our country will never be forgotten.

I think we are isolating ourselves, and in so isolating ourselves, I think we're minimizing ourselves, I don't think we are taken as seriously today as we were a few years ago.