ELIZABETH DOLE

I am a firm believer in free but fair trade. However the United States should not be on the losing end of trade agreements that are not enforced. It is time that we make China play fairly.

My commitment is to strive to lean on the Lord with my whole heart, reading His word daily and earnestly seeking His will in my life.

Iraq is the central battleground in the war on terror. The terrorists certainly know what is at stake, which is why they are pulling out all the stops to derail our efforts there. They know that a free and democratic Iraq is a serious blow to their interests.

There is no doubt that now, more than ever, we must work to end our dependence on foreign oil sources. But we cannot do so by ignoring the wishes of the coastal communities that oppose drilling.

Despite recent media reports that have clouded, or even misrepresented, the facts, there is compelling evidence that al-Qaida and Iraq have been linked for more than a decade.

The terrorists know what is at stake, which is why they are pulling out all the stops to derail our efforts. They understand that a free and democratic Iraq is a serious blow to their interests.

We believe in the dignity of every life, the possibility of every mind, the divinity of every soul. This is our true North.

The very idea of freedom incites fear in the hearts of terrorists across the world.

In liberating Iraq, we have rid the nation and the rest of the world from the danger of Saddam Hussein.

Let me be clear, Mr. President, mistakes have been made in Iraq. And this operation has been far from perfect as evidenced by the fact that Zarqawi and other terrorists continue to wreak havoc throughout Iraq.

The United States is the leader of the free world.

I am not a politician and I think that is a plus.

I’m not a seat warmer. I want to get in there and make a difference.

I don't think you need an AK-47 [assault rifle] to defend your family.

The young Americans of today are the workforce of tomorrow.

We don't want to saw off the first rung of the economic ladder.

We must break the cycle of cynicism that has hold of many of our youth.

We've paved the way for the woman who will be the first female President.

What you always do before you make a decision is consult. The best public policy is made when you are listening to people who are going to be impacted. Then, once a policy is determined, you call on them to help you sell it.

My objective as Secretary of Labor is to look through the 'glass ceiling' to see who is on the other side, and to serve as a catalyst for change . . . .

When you're in your nineties and looking back, it's not going to be how much money you made or how many awards you've won. It's really what did you stand for. Did you make a positive difference for people?

[On power:] Some people really have almost a disdain for that word. They feel it is alien to conscience. Power for power's sake, no. But the positive use of power for positive purposes is very important. You have to understand that. You've got to have a seat at the policy table if you want to make a difference.

The best public policy is made when you are listening to people who are going to be impacted.

In seeking success you must also seek fulfillment. Ask yourself not only what you want to be but who you want to be.

We are a great nation because we are a good people.