His campaign for the White House has so far been very effective. He has raised his national visibility. He has created a buzz about himself in Republican circles. He's been invited to fund-raisers for other candidates.

In so many ways, he was declaring his candidacy for president of the United States, and he seduced the Democrats into standing on the stage with him. How sweet is that?

When the church has a position, it tends to be categorical. Lawmakers want their interest groups to take half a loaf and the church isn't eager to bargain. They want it their way.

Even if that's not her background growing up, it's how she's defined. I think she still has a problem - she needs to make people feel like she's one of them.

I think he's one of the best politicians on TV since Ronald Reagan. He drips with sincerity.

I won't cook in deep fat. Years ago, I met a fireman who said most kitchen fires were caused by deep fat, and I don't think that's changed. Oven chips are good enough for my grandchildren, and they're chuffed with that.