"We need to be calling out the flaws and misguided decisions of the Democrats in Congress and the Obama administration."

"The reason that the unions and the other stakeholders have not cut a deal with the automakers is because they believe the federal government is going to bail them out."

"History has taught us over and over again that freedom is not free. When push comes to shove, the ultimate protectors of freedom and liberty are the brave men and women in our armed forces. Throughout our history, they've answered the call in bravery and sacrifice."

"A great deal has been said about my commitment not to raise taxes. It's a core value - it's common sense - it's important to keeping and growing jobs - and it's mainstream!"

"Medicaid is essentially bankrupt, Medicare is essentially bankrupt, why the heck would we give the federal government another entitlement program to manage?"

"The rising cost of prescription drugs has sparked a prairie fire that is spreading across our nation."

"The unions and the auto companies have been unable to put a deal together that fundamentally restructures the industry. It needs to get done. The only way it's really going to get done is in bankruptcy court. They should have done it six months ago they should do it now."

"It appears that President Obama is making great progress on climate change, he is changing the political climate in the country back to Republican."

"The only thing growing faster than the federal government's deficit is Chris Matthews' man-crush on Barack Obama."

"Keeping a lid on taxes is not just good for the taxpayer. It's a powerful way to force government to be more accountable, set priorities and spend smarter. Let me repeat that: more accountable, set priorities and spend smarter - that's what we need to be about."