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I didn't come to Washington to fight against my Republican colleagues, or even against my colleagues on the other side of the aisle. I came to Washington to fight for the values that make our country unique - for the economic freedom that gives life to the American Dream.

As president, I'm committed to making Washington work better and rebuilding the trust of the people who sent us here.

I came to Washington with a pledge to be a fiscally conservative.

Like it or not, the people of Arkansas sent me to Washington to represent them in this great body.

I know what I am in Washington to do: I'm here to fight for hardworking families.

I really enjoyed my time in state government. I thought we made a difference. I liked being a part of that effort. I had a different experience in Washington.

I fight, and have fought, for political freedom, for justice and for fairness and freedom of speech.

I started out mopping floors, waiting tables, and tending bar at my dad's tavern. I put myself through school working odd jobs and night shifts. I poured my heart and soul into a small business. And when I saw how out-of-touch Washington had become with the core values of this great nation, I put my name forward and ran for office.

I was a very, very good congressman.

I wanted to fight in the Iraq war because I felt like I had an obligation as a human being to help free people from oppression.