Quotes about Independence

I began to think about those that were in my situation that were not able to walk out of an abusive marriage, or maybe those that did not know where to go, that were in a single headed marriage, or widows. I was thinking what it was I could do to reach out to them.

I can't disguise myself with a wig and dark glasses - the wheelchair gives me away.

I think everyone needs to feel they've created something that was their own, on their own terms.

If there will be a serious Palestinian prime minister who makes a 100 percent effort to end terrorism, then we can have peace. Each side has to take steps. If terror continues, there will not be an independent Palestinian state. Israel will not accept it, if terror continues.

Bad friends could ruin your whole life. Be wise when it comes to choosing your friends. You set the standard. You be the one who stands strong. Don't be a follower.

Be true to yourself. Do what you want to do. Be your own person. Make the most of your life because it's your life..." Uncle Bob to Christy

Your ability to choose became your superpower.

The federal government did not create the states; the states created the federal government.

Above all, we must realize that no arsenal, or no weapon in the arsenals of the world, is so formidable as the will and moral courage of free men and women.

If we lose freedom here, there is no place to escape to. This is the last stand on earth.

A people free to choose will always choose peace.

Freedom is one of the deepest and noblest aspirations of the human spirit.