It looks large relative to what happened in recent years, but you have to remember wage increases have been depressed for a long time.

This economy is still driven by domestic demand. And domestic demand remains very strong. The underpinnings are very favorable. And while the Asian crisis will slow growth a little bit, it will not derail the expansion.

If you're not going to offend somebody you don't need the First Amendment.

Maybe some of his decisions were a little misguided.

It's not always the results. Sometimes it's seeing their poise or lack thereof. You want to see if they'll battle when it gets tough.

I've led this empty life for over forty years and now I can pass that heritage on and ensure that the misery will continue for at least one more generation.