“Dad worked his entire career as an aviation technician. Mom was a legal secretary who became a teacher. We lived a simple American life.”

“As a former federal judge, I am cognizant of the legal issues. As governor, I am forced to deal with their ramifications.”

“We must remind Americans that the promise of opportunity remains unbroken - that every person in this great nation can succeed through hard work, courage and personal responsibility.”

“Fortunately, good policy, true principles, and effective leadership work whenever they are tried. When we reduce government, balance budgets, and keep taxes as low as possible, states respond in a positive way.”

“Dad worked his entire career as an aviation technician. Mom was a legal secretary who became a teacher. We lived a simple American life.”

“It's not how much you spend, it's how you spend it. We have been putting a lot of money into education in the state of Nevada, and it's gotten us to 50th in the country in graduation rates. We needed more accountability in our system.”

“For me, public service is an honor, and I have the ultimate respect for the rule of law.”