My motivation for running for Senate was not for the stature of being a senator, but because I wanted to make a difference on issues I feel passionate about.
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I was listening to the guy that represented me in the state Senate, and I just got really frustrated. I called my wife and said, 'I've always wanted to do something that makes a difference.' So I ended up running and won.
I'm running for senator because it's time for a change.
If you are a Representative and want to be a Senator, you must be careful not to do anything which might upset the various forces you need to harness to get elected.
I want to do my part in fighting for America's future. That's why I have decided to run for the United States Senate.
I think I can speak for every Senator, saying that he or she ran for the Senate because we want to help make this a better place; that is, we want to help our States and help America.
I am considering running for Senate, as well as other opportunities.
As it became clear that Senator Rubio was likely to run for president, I received encouragement to consider running for the Senate.
I loved being in the Senate. That was a wonderful experience.
I know what motivated you was not just a political campaign. It was your love of our country.
I went from being a senator, a young senator, to being considered for vice president, running for president, being a vice presidential candidate, and becoming a national public figure. All of which fed a self-focus, an egotism, a narcissism that leads you to believe that you can do whatever you want.
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