We've planned for tough this year and we weren't disappointed,

I made a few tough calls in 2005 that may have had a short-term impact on the stock.

Our third quarter looks promising, and we remain comfortable with the targets we've communicated for the full year.

I think the underlying economy is still pretty darn good.

I'm responsible for this company. I stand behind the results. I know the details, and I think the CEO has to be the moral leader of the company, ... I think high standards are good, but let's not anybody be confused, it's about performance with integrity. That's what you have to do.

The strength of the GE model really shines during slower parts of the business cycle, ... have reduced GE's sensitivity to business cycles.