Let us seize the special opportunity that is ours to act boldly and decisively at a time when the eyes of our fellow citizens, both present and future, are upon us.

Many have left their families to defend our freedom. We salute their bravery; we express our appreciation and support to their families. And we pray for their safe return.

We must ensure our system of higher education offers world-class quality for a world-class economy.

We stand strong together - as Americans - many cultures, races and faiths, but one nation under God.

If we are to create tomorrow's jobs, we can't remain frozen in time in yesterday's tax system.

Whether we knew many who died on September 11 or personally knew none, we all lost something on that day. Innocence. Security. A trust that our homeland would always be safe.

We live in a land like no other - a land of freedom and opportunity unparalleled on the face of the globe.

In this global economy, no jobs are safe. High-speed Internet connections and low-cost, skilled labor overseas are an explosive combination.

We will never forget the passengers of Flight 93, who courageously confronted the terrorists, defeating another planned attack on America. They are the heroes for our times.

A dynamic economy begins with a good education.

We all share a common goal - we want our children to succeed.

Though the earth contains greater energy and mass than any single being, linked together, "people make the world go-round".

Time is the wave upon the shore. It takes some things away, but it brings other things.

Great stories strengthen us to be great souls.

My wrestling and family go together. It's always been that way, from day one with my mom and dad, my sister, my wife, four daughters, grandsons, son-in-laws.

The question is, "Are you spiritual or are you not?" The truth is you are. The reality is you don't believe it

I shall state my thesis plain. The first poets were gods. Poetry began with the bicameral mind.

It's my job to turn my mess [life] into a message and never regret a day of my life.

Swimming is fun. It's a lot funner than golf.

Not only England, but every Englishman is an island.

The most affluent man is he that confronts all the shows he sees by equivalents out of the stronger wealth of himself.