I think there may have been some nervousness, but after reading the plea agreement today and seeing that only one person was named, there's got to be a little bit of relief out there.

I don't think you can find any Republican in the country who wouldn't be ecstatic to go to a fund-raiser with the president or vice president and have their picture taken. They are still a huge draw.

I think anybody in office — Republican or Democrat — is somewhat concerned, because, unlike a lot of other big issues out there, this one impacts people where they care about it most, and that's their pocketbook.

I don't think the people are going to change their opinion on the health care plan because President Obama has now won the Nobel Peace Prize.

I am pleased with the reforms implemented throughout the course of the deferred prosecution agreement, as outlined today by the federal monitor, the U.S. Attorney, and the state Comptroller, ... Our hard work, however, is not complete. We will continue our efforts to improve our performance and reinforce our position as the industry leader in Thoroughbred racing in America for years to come.

This agreement excludes a significant portion of our slaughter today. It's a good first step but we have to recognize it is just a first step, and that we need to be able to sell a wider array of products to Japan.