"The Republican Party is the Grand Old Party. It's made enormous contributions to the success of our country. And it is a party that has embraced its leadership role when it has had the majority or the White House."

"In every country today, there is politics. It may be authoritarian politics, but there is politics."

"If you believe you can make a difference, not just in politics, in public service, in advocacy around all these important issues, then you have to be prepared to accept that you are not going to get 100 percent approval."

"People's blessings give you the power to work tirelessly. The only thing required is commitment."

"The force of non-violence is stronger than the force of arms."

"Rise to the occassion which is life!"