Let us walk in the shoes of those who went before us, and conquer the third frontier on whose threshold we stand today.

The terrorists thought they could destroy America. How wrong they were. Instead of weakening us, they made us stronger.

Ohioans are practical. We're a can-do people. Give us a problem, we'll give you a solution.

Let us seize the special opportunity that is ours to act boldly and decisively at a time when the eyes of our fellow citizens, both present and future, are upon us.

What happened on September 11 compels us to focus on who we are as Americans, what we stand for, what really matters in our lives - family, friends, faith and freedom.

Many have left their families to defend our freedom. We salute their bravery; we express our appreciation and support to their families. And we pray for their safe return.