"For 25 years, it has been my privilege to represent the city of San Francisco and the great state of California; to work to strengthen our vibrant middle class; to secure opportunity and equality."

"Freedom is secured every day by our men and women in uniform. We must build a future worthy of their sacrifice."

"We're sad about some of the losses of members of great seniority and distinction in the Congress, and some very new members, who will no longer be serving with us."

"Respect is one of life's greatest treasures. I mean, what does it all add up to if you don't have that?"

"Men are so willing to respect anything that bores them."

"A career is wonderful, but you can't curl up with it on a cold night"