Texas has long been known as the nation's largest energy producer, but we are equally proud of our distinction as the nation's leading energy innovator.

Vladimir Putin uses energy to hold our allies hostage. If energy is going to be used as a weapon, I say America must have the largest arsenal.

I stand before you today as a disciplined conservative Texan, a committed Republican and a proud American, united with you to restoring our nation and revive the American dream.

Apple has long been a leading innovator of mobile technology; I myself own an iPhone.

Our shared conservative values, our belief in the individual is the great hope of our nation.

It is time to change our policy of appeasement toward the Palestinians, to strengthen our ties with the nation of Israel.