My own religious convictions on the abortion issue are in conflict with the laws that our nation must observe.

Because of my success in the primaries, people began to study the beliefs of Southern Baptists.

I believe that the so-called prejudice against me because I am a southerner and because I'm a Baptist was overestimated to begin with.

I believe that it would take approximately a year before a final and comprehensive proposal can be made to the Congress.

My life has been shaped in the church.

I think that if I try to ascribe that completely to religious convictions, that would probably be inappropriate.

Our public opinion polls have shown since the convention that I have strong support from all religious groups.

I do think there is too much violence on television.

I have been victorious in some hard-fought campaigns.

I think that the government should do everything possible to minimize abortions.

I see clearly the value of a strong system of free enterprise.

The prime responsibility of any President is to guarantee the security of our nation with a well organized and effective fighting force.