Every indication we have is that the economy is going to get better and better and better.

Let’s talk for a minute about the people.

We didn't panic. We decided what was right; we did it, and I think the results are proving it.

I'm proud of it, and I'm very grateful for the people in the Congress who stood with me.

We have to make sure that we can get our energy to where it is needed.

It will substantially increase the amount of money flowing back to your State and local units of government.

Well, if we win in Florida and Illinois, we will be very encouraged, and I would think my opponent would be somewhat discouraged.

I think agriculture in Illinois, as well as elsewhere, is bound to be prosperous.

I intend to continue making government more responsive to your needs and the needs of all Americans.

The problem of Lock and Dam 26 is one that I have looked into.

I will never give up our national defense interests.

American farmers must profit if America is to profit.

I think that there is a reasonable and responsible middle ground, and that's the position that I take.

I'm absolutely convinced we have the momentum going.

It was a decision made by me alone.

I still believe there is no better hope.

Unemployment dropped from 7.8 to 7.6.

The last 3 years have been the 3 highest net farm income years in history.