"While 45 of the 50 States have either a State constitutional amendment or a statute that preserves the current definition of marriage, left-wing activist judges and officials at the local levels have struck down State laws protecting marriage."

"Protecting the institution of marriage safeguards, I believe, the American family."

"The United States and Israel have a unique relationship based on our mutual commitment to democracy, freedom, and peace. Therefore, just as our commitment to these principles must be steadfast, so must our support for Israel."

"We hope President Obama will now respect the will of the people, change course, and commit to making the changes they are demanding. To the extent he is willing to do this, we are ready to work with him."

"The motto of chivalry is also the motto of wisdom; to serve all, but love only one."

"To tax and to please, no more than to love and to be wise, is not given to men."

"I love you the more in that I believe you had liked me for my own sake and for nothing else."

"Strength does not come from winning, but from knowing that the heart sees what is invisible to the eye."