The Republicans are very sensitive to the idea that the Democrats are attempting to embarrass the White House, even when there's a legitimate issue to look into.

Many, many Republicans and Americans yearn for a new kind of leadership, ... John McCain is unique in his ability to offer conservative, independent experienced leadership. That's why we believe he must seriously consider running for president in 2000.

It was a bad idea, because I think that any government reorganization has to come in relatively small bites, or else you get indigestion.

We elect Democrats to the Congress to give us stuff and we elect Republicans to the White House so we don't have to pay for it

I've also been mayor in a city that's five to one Democrats over Republicans. And I think I've been able to accomplish as much as any other mayor in the city, some people believe a lot more,

Democrats have become more disciplined in making the case against Republicans.