I believe that the great majority of people coming here illegally have no other option. They want to provide for their family. But we need to control our border.

The Common Core State Standards are more rigorous standards than the great majority of states had in place previously.

I believe that people make their own luck by great preparation and good strategy.

I believe that a politician needs to be with people.

I believe that a parent's role is to provide a path or opportunity for their children.

My record as a pro-life governor is not in dispute. I am completely pro-life, and I believe that we should have a culture of life. It's informed by my faith from beginning to end. And this not just as it related to unborn babies - I did it at the end of life issues as well. This is something that goes way beyond politics.