Quotes by Mike McCurry

“There are so many similarities between a startup venture and a political campaign - the rhythm, the tempo, the hours, the intensity.”

“The president is absolutely rock-solid confident that hes got the right approach.”

“A great deal of care goes into the security of these aircraft, ... Theres always risks involved in air travel. We believe its a very minimal risk.”

“Mr. Hyde has indicated these matters are above his pay grade. Hes not making these calls on these matters; presumably the speaker is calling the shots,”

“The standard in the statute hasnt changed in the last week -- its imperil the national health and safety -- and we monitor the strike conditions and the economic conditions to see if that standard has been met. So far it has not.”

“If he is certain of that, his information is contrary to what has been communicated to me and contrary to what Ive briefed you,”

“First and foremost in the presidents mind, ... is the need for protecting the publics right to know in the event that that type of situation arises, that there be an orderly process and an orderly report to the public on whatever conditions might arise.”

“They congratulated him on his re-election and wished him well.”

“The president obviously wants the flexibility to bring together a team that will serve him and serve the nation well. The president also has a lot of loyalty.”

“We certainly expect criticism, ... We certainly expect alternative ideas. The most encouraging thing to the president is that this budget is being received seriously ... It is not being cast aside as a document dead on arrival.”

In Barack Obama, Democrats have put forth a man of strong religious faith who is comfortable connecting his spiritual life to his public role as a policymaker.