Contrary to the claims of some of my critics and some of the editorial pages, I am an ardent believer in the free market.

There is no free market for oil.

I am a conservative Republican, a firm believer in free market capitalism. A free market system allows all parties to compete, which ensures the best and most competitive project emerges, and ensures a fair, democratic process.

I like to be a free spirit. Some don't like that, but that's the way I am.

There is no free market for oil. It's controlled by a cartel, OPEC.

I don't oppose all wars. What I am opposed to is a dumb war. What I am opposed to is a rash war.