"Do we believe that the goal of government is to promote equal opportunity for all Americans to make the most of their lives? Or, do we now believe that government's role is to equalize the results of peoples lives?"

"To leave a mark on the world, remember that the beauty of life is found in its imperfections."

"It is a humble truth that love is the bridge that unites two souls across the chasms of mortal solitude."

"Behind every small business, there's a story worth knowing. All the corner shops in our towns and cities, the restaurants, cleaners, gyms, hair salons, hardware stores - these didn't come out of nowhere."

"Great leaders cultivate leaders, not merely followers. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"I'm sad to report that in the past few years, ever since uncertainty became our insistent 21st century companion, leadership has taken a great leap backwards to the familiar territory of command and control."

"Every season of life has its own unique blossom, if only we take care to notice. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds."

"In the tapestry of human existence, every trial adds depth to the design. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds."