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The problem is that in our country, they make it almost impossible for politicians to win anything. In England it's easier to win a libel suit.

What is inherently wrong with the word 'politician' if the fellow has devoted his life to holding public office and trying to do something for his people?

A politician wouldn't dream of being allowed to call a columnist the things a columnist is allowed to call a politician.

A politician is a fellow who will lay down your life for his country.

I've never met a politician I haven't wanted to walk away from, and I've yet to hear a politician speak and actually believe the words coming out of his mouth.

I don't think I have the demeanor to be a politician. I'm used to making decisions and to a certain extent being in charge.

I understand that the nature of politics sometimes involves fending off frivolous, anonymous allegations.

I mean, in some cases with libel laws, you know, they can write things about people who have no course of action, because they can't afford to take legal action against them.

No matter what name we give it or how we judge it, a candidate's character is central to political reporting because it is central to a citizen's decision in voting.

I just think, you know, when we talk about a politician, I think a person has to be themselves. Let the voters see the real you.