The military is a machine of war. Not a law enforcement agency.

My fear is that the whole island will become so overly populated that it will tip over and capsize.

We need a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to control the so-called free speech rights of corporations.

Most people seem unaware that corporate influence and wealth has taken over public policy, such that government policy now favors the wealthy few at the expense of the people.

Most Americans have parents or grandparents who immigrated to this country, and we know the hardships they faced, from learning the language to dealing with prejudice.

The rising costs of higher education coupled with the stress of paying student loans are putting increasing pressure on students.

Programs like food stamps, unemployment insurance, Medicaid, and job retraining help Americans get back on their feet when they are down and out and laid off through no fault of their own.

America deserves common sense immigration reform that reflects our interests and our values as Americans.

Social Security is not just another government spending program. It is a promise from generation to generation.

We have our own language. Christianese... We don't say 'He's out of his mind, ' no, we say 'That's our youth pastor.

That’s writing for you: when you make space for passion, it doesn’t turn up.

I can't just sit around and do nothing. Although, I can sit on the couch sometimes and just watch movies.

Fear and worry are emotions that cloud the mind from being able to think clearly, to remember what the procedures are to deal with that emergency.

If you hug someone goodbye and their response is what the hell are you doing? - you may want to examine you're definition of close friend.

I also am not particularly risk-averse - I don't mind jumping off a cliff if I trust the people who've told me they'll catch me at the bottom.

If you don't like my songs, don't hear it. If you don't like my music videos, don't watch it. If you hate me, I don't care.

I pray that on this day [Christmas] when only peace and good-will are preached to mankind, better thoughts may fill the hearts of our enemies and turn them to peace.

Wassup dear? Sup babe? What street you by? On 5th Bout to hit the West Side High

Swift as the wind. Quiet as the forest. Conquer like the fire. Steady as the mountain