I was always complaining that there weren't enough good people going into public service, so I figured I had to get behind someone I found so compelling.

Most good relationships are built on mutual trust and respect.

There are jerks all over Washington. Life is short; being a jerk is just unnecessary.

I'd say we are traditionalist. We are heavy on discipline and relatively strict and structured. But we also make sure our children feel not just physically safe but emotionally safe, like they can come to us with anything.

Each generation seems to invent its own reasons for war.

The truth is I'm a very traditional woman, and Rod - despite everything people may think - is a very traditional man. It's true he absolutely loves glamour, and he hasn't got a conventional job, but performing aside, he's happiest at home with his kids around him or lounging in front of the fire watching a war documentary like 'D-Day Remembered.'

My presidential victory, if it had happened, would have been artificial in relation to the Socialist party. It may be that on my deathbed, I will come to regret my decision, but for the moment, I live at peace with it.

I think it's very important for America that we're represented as promoters of peace, love, and understanding.