There ain't no rules here, we're trying to accomplish something...All this talk about rules...When the deal goes down...we make 'em up as we go along.

FEMA has lost its focus, and Floridians know first-hand of the agency's shortcomings, .. Natural disaster preparedness and response programs have become trapped in a homeland security bureaucracy.

The Middle East is literally going up in flames, as is California, and Katrina's problems haven't been solved, and Congress' response is to criticize Federal judges.

Unprovoked attacks on Israel's borders, murdering Israeli soldiers, taking Israeli hostages and showering rockets targeting and killing Israeli civilians are not furthering any legitimate goal.

I am pleased to see that many of the world's leaders have publicly recognized that the crisis in the Middle East was deliberately incited by terrorist organizations.

Anybody toting guns and stripping moose don't care too much about what they do with Jews and blacks.

I am thankful for our democracy, liberty, and prosperity, and that so many Americans have dedicated their lives to improving our country and our world.

Usually, it is not my habit to address religious issues on the floor. I strongly believe in a person's right to religious freedom, as well as the separation of church and state.

Disaster management should be coordinated by the federal government, .. It is our exact responsibility.

The world is better because of Coretta Scott King. She affected countless lives and her voice will be deeply missed, especially by those who carry on her incredible undertaking.

You ought to love and care for your parents in their old age.

Magnanimity in politics is not seldom the truest wisdom and a great empire and little minds go ill together.

A good reputation is more valuable than money.

Kids need to open up to their parents. And parents should realize that when kids are pushing you away, that's the time to really step in.

And my dad, you're a great actor but you're a better father.

Ballycumber (ba-li-KUM-ber) n. One of the six half-read books lying somewhere in your bed.

You haven't broken me Taker, you haven't broken me, I'm still standing.

Failing and laughing at your own shortcomings are the hallmarks of a sane parent.

Love is an indescribable sensation - perhaps a conviction, a sense of certitude.

They tell us we are all citizens, that we were born in this country. Well, a cat can have kittens in the oven, but that doesn't make them biscuits!