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Leadership is an active role; 'lead' is a verb. But the leader who tries to do it all is headed for burnout, and in a powerful hurry.
Bill Owens
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It will take years to bring Iraq the democracy it deserves.
Bill Owens
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In this new century, our commitment to family and to faith, to community and opportunity, to freedom and to hope, will be the light that shines to lead us forward.
Bill Owens
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I believe the Patriot Act strikes the right balance needed to protect our freedom and security.
Bill Owens
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All the faith and good will in the world is wasted without direction.
Bill Owens
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A strong economy begins with a strong, well-educated workforce.
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Families are the tie that reminds us of yesterday, provide strength and support today, and give us hope for tomorrow. No government, no matter how well-intentioned, or well-managed, can provide what our families provide.
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Americans no longer look to government for economic security; rather, they look to their portfolios.
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If you ask me to compromise on principle, I will get out the veto pen.
Bill Owens
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Government can't create wealth, but it can create the conditions for private enterprise to flourish.
Bill Owens
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We must renew our efforts to keep our communities safe, from the dangers of terrorists from foreign lands and from common criminals here at home. Let no criminal believe that tough fiscal times will yield an open cell door and a ticket to freedom.
Bill Owens
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A renewed commitment to the freedom and opportunity of our people is the touchstone of our time. In this new century, where tests are many and challenges change with the shifting of the wind, we must hold fast to the principles that have made our nation the envy of the world.
Bill Owens
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This year, we must address the Colorado Paradox. We have more college degrees per capita than any state. Yet we lag the nation in the percentage of students who go on to higher education.
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It is the solemn obligation of a leader always to be a leader. Even when - perhaps especially when - you don't feel like being a leader.
Bill Owens
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