Quotes by Artur Davis

“Sometimes running for Congress is a four-year strategy in terms of getting out there and building a network.”

“I think the most overused words in our vocabulary in the South are black and white.”

“As I prepare for this next phase in my life, I ask that people continue to offer the prayers that have protected me thus far. I also pray that I will always see those who are not seen and easy to forget in the hustle and bustle of Washington politics.”

“You talk about the values that you have whether theyre in favor or not in favor. Thats how you lead. The reality is, were losing more and more elections.”

“The repeal of racist language in the Constitution of Alabama was and still is a necessary step in the states ability to progress.”

“We have built a genuine level of enthusiasm and goodwill with people throughout this district. People are really excited about the possibilities this election holds, not just for this district, but because of the message Alabama sent to the rest of the country.”

“We are still struggling with the demons of that movement, ... We are still trying to build a more perfect union. The reason this commemoration means so much is because I think God has greater plans for us still.”

“I see about three movies a year, so Im not a film critic, ... But this movie is a powerful work of art. It shows how ordinary events and lives become something profound.”

“Of the six billion people on this planet, two billion live on the equivalent of less than $2 a day in American currency, ... As long as America is the land of opportunity and jobs, people will do whatever it takes to come here.”

“As long as there are places in the state where poverty falls unevenly, we are still trying to build a perfect union, ... One day, there will not be a curtain between the Black Belt and the non-Black Belt.”

This week you will nominate the most experienced executive to seek the presidency in 60 years in Mitt Romney. He has no illusions about what makes America great, and he doesnt confuse the presidency with celebrity, or loftiness with leadership.

We have a country to turn around. This week you will nominate the most experienced executive to seek the presidency in 60 years in Mitt Romney. He has no illusions about what makes America great, and he doesnt confuse the presidency with celebrity, or loftiness with leadership.

This time, instead of moving oceans and healing planets, lets get our bills in order and pay down the debt so we control our own future.

As I prepare for this next phase in my life, I ask that people continue to offer the prayers that have protected me thus far. I also pray that I will always see those who are not seen and easy to forget in the hustle and bustle of Washington politics.