If you are going to have to play defense all the time, you cannot have the kind of ingenuity, assertiveness, independence, and intelligence which is what has made our country strong.

When the students are occupied, they're not juvenile delinquents. I believe that education is a capital investment.

Americans' addiction to sports, with the NFL at the top, is based on the excitement generated by the potential for the unexpected great play which can only happen with honest competition from great athletes.

It's inspirational to see someone who is dying smile.

There's nothing more important than our good health - that's our principal capital asset.

There's nothing more important than our good health - that's our principal capital asset.

Strong advocacy for education, health care and worker safety will be indispensable if they are to get their fair share of President Bush's austere budget for the next fiscal year.

I think my independence was a big help to getting Judges Roberts and Alito confirmed, and I think that's recognized.