"Religion, for better or for worse, has been politicized in blatant ways that have seldom been equaled in American elections."

"I don't know of many evangelicals who want to deny gay couples their legal rights. However, most of us don't want to call it marriage, because we think that word has religious connotations, and we're not ready to see it used in ways that offend us."

"So I really would like to see both parties respond to the poor with greater commitment. But I've got to tell you, the Democrats, I feel, are doing a better job in that respect than Republicans are."

"I am looking for suggestions on what we can do about extremists within our own society. They cannot be ignored."

"My fellow Americans, you have to decide what kind of country you want to live in. If you want a you're on your own, winner take all society you should support the Republican ticket. If you want a country of shared opportunities and shared responsibilities - a 'we're all in it together' society, you should vote for Barack Obama and Joe Biden."

"He who seeks peace must remember that every step forward is a victory over stagnation."

"He who conquers his inner doubts has already won half the war. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Strike against war, for without you no battles can be fought!"