I support engagement, diplomacy, and trade with Cuba, China, Vietnam, and many countries with less than stellar human rights records, because I believe that once enslaved people taste freedom and see the products of capitalism, they will become hungry for freedom themselves.

I believe that most police are conscientious and want only to provide safety for us.

I believe that in the historic and religious nature, marriage is between a man and a woman.

You either believe in the Constitution, or you don't.

As a Christian, I believe in redemption. And I believe in second chances.

If you have 'too big to fail' for cities or for states, and they believe they'll be bailed out, they'll continue to make unwise decisions.

I believe we should work to end all racism in American society and staunchly defend the inherent rights of every person.

Because Republicans believe that the federal government is limited in its function-some have concluded that Republicans are somehow inherently insensitive to minority rights. Nothing could be further from the truth.

The Republican promise is for policies that create economic growth. Republicans believe lower taxes, less regulation, balanced budgets, a solvent Social Security and Medicare will stimulate economic growth.