Unequivocally, the House Republicans need to select a new majority leader in late January or early February.

What is the primary purpose of a political leader? To build a majority. If [voters] care about parking lots, then talk about parking lots.

I think the challenge to Republicans now is you have the House, you have the Senate, you have the White House, you had better so thoroughly reform this government that people believe you can deliver.

The central theme [for Lott] is that as of January 20th Republicans are in the majority. We can't create an environment where we can't run the Senate.

The Central Park Zoo is a little gem in the middle of the city. Its penguin exhibit is terrific, and the seals are a permanent center of attraction for children.

By definition, the person who learns enough to become the nominee is almost certainly the best person for the general election.