"To win the cause we all believe in, the spread of true democracy all over the world, we need to win by example, not just with speeches but by example not just with military might but by gaining the respect of the world."

"It is in Saudi Arabia's best interest to allow women to fully participate in its society, and this includes the right to vote and run for office."

"Tonight, you are hearing from the Democratic women of the Senate... We stand together on so many issues: economic prosperity, quality education for all, protecting a woman's right to choose."

"Look, all this is about is utilizing the rules of the Senate, using a majority of the senators, to make sure that we get health reform done. We cannot wait another day."

"We should not judge people by their peak of excellence; but by the distance they have traveled from the point where they started."

"No work or love will flourish out of guilt, fear, or hollowness of heart, just as no valid plans for the future can be made by those who have no capacity for living now."

"Freedom is a right ultimately defended by the sacrifice of America's servicemen and women."

"Sometimes an active policy is best advanced by doing nothing until the right time - or never."