"I know firsthand how agonizing waiting can be."

"A child's geographic location, race or parent's income level should not predetermine their life's course and it's up to us to see that they don't."

"We shouldn't accept mediocrity as the best a politician can do."

"Every child should have a caring adult in their lives. And that's not always a biological parent or family member. It may be a friend or neighbor. Often times it is a teacher."

"Come to West Virginia and we'll show you how to live... how to treat people. We're open for business. West Virginia is truly on the move."

"We have reduced sales tax on food. Now we want it eliminated."

"I would never abdicate, nor would I expect any other governor to abdicate, the responsibility to protect the people of my state."