Quotes by Dana Perino

“He will remain overnight in Donnelly.”

“We are investigating the matter and will cooperate with local Jordanian officials on the attacks.”

“The purpose of our policy is to respect the senators and the confirmation process.”

“He has no recollection of ever being a member.”

“In confirming recent nominees like [Ruth Bader] Ginsburg, [Stephen G.] Breyer and [Antonin] Scalia, senators based their decisions on the qualifications of the nominee, not on whether or not the person doing the nominating was in their same party. The public does not want to see the Supreme Court become an extension of partisan politics.”

“An electron does not stop at a state line.”

“We are working to obtain documents from her tenure as the Dallas Bar Association president and the Texas state bar association president.”

“Hes in superior health. I think you all know hes got a terrific fitness routine. Its a good example for Americans.”

“We welcome their interest in seeing their recommendations implemented. There is ample public information available for them to review about all of the actions we continue to take to better protect the American people.”

“He supports Prime Minister (Ariel) Sharon in this bold initiative and believes this will strengthen Israel.”

The Cuban Missile Crisis. It had to do with Cuba and missiles, Im pretty sure.

The life my grandparents had was thoroughly American. They built a small ranch into a huge operation and fulfilled my great-grandparents dreams. Theirs was... a simpler time of contentment and patriotism.

I get a choice every time I have to open my mouth: that it can be with civility and dignity and grace - or not.

Good governance, safety, a chance to grow economically and professionally - those are important things.

Its one of my favorite seasons of the year: Back to School. As a kid, I loved fresh school supplies, new outfits, the change of seasons, and the chance to crack open a new textbook.

I was raised to believe that America was a force for good in the world and that it should take its leadership role seriously.

My great-grandmother lived to be 100 years old, so I got to know her. She always sent us birthday cards that had $2 bills inside - we kept them for good luck.

There is freedom in forgiveness, and its not that hard to do once you get into the habit.

Ive been in government and politics my entire career, and while I try to keep a level head and a reasonable tone in my commentary, even I can lose my head sometimes and let anger bubble over and burst out. It feels gross, looks ugly, and leaves a lasting mark.

One time, on Marine One, the president asked me my opinion. I had a flashback to being at the kitchen table with my dad. That dominant male figure set me up for being confident to express myself with precision and persuasion.