Quotes from George P. Bush

My family has always said... if you're going to get into politics, do it for the right reasons, not because you've got to carry on something.

In my own professional career, I've tried to establish my own identity and my own track record so that if I were to entertain a run for office, there would be my own track record for voters to look at.

I would love to be a public servant to this great state, and I would like to leave everything on the field. Give 110 percent to the state, and we'll see where it takes me.

I know that for most people, seeing is believing when it comes to government efficiency.

I've reached out to independents and minorities that have traditionally voted Democrat but that are conservative on a lot of questions. We talk to young people, folks that typically aren't voting on a consistent basis. I'm proud of that.

Make no mistake: you're going to see a lot of Bushes.

It's very hard to complain about society if you don't get involved.

I've been asked whether knowing Spanish and being Hispanic myself is a positive in getting Hispanic voters, and I don't believe it is. I think Hispanics look for a friend; they look for someone who understands, whose willing to relate, to hear their issues and welcome them to the party and to their campaigns.

President Obama and Hillary Clinton want government to run your health care. My dad believes that you and your doctor should decide your health care.

I received endorsements from Tea Party to moderates alike. And I think that's unique, and that's something I'm proud of.

I know where my priorities stand, and it's with my wife and my kids. It's trying to be a loyal son and brother. Whether it's my sister asking for help during her challenges or my dad asking for help with his campaign, I try my best, knowing that my responsibilities are to my family.

Politics, I love. It's a noble profession.

I stood by Ted Cruz in 2012. I endorsed President Trump in 2016.

Our efforts to preserve and protect the Alamo are first and foremost about preserving and protecting the story of the battle itself.

Sometimes political correctness runs amok in our public education system where we think that every kid can go to a four-year university.

I'm intrigued by being in public office.

I am drawn to public service.

Renewables need to be developed in an environmentally responsible way. And, you know, I frankly have heard criticisms from even environmentalists saying that some wind farms impact gaming and fishing patterns, whether it's offshore or onshore.

It is difficult to conduct flood mitigation at the federal level because of the bureaucracy and inconsistent funding. Texans are better able to lead this effort at the state level rather than rely on the federal government.

It has never been a good idea to try to disarm Texans.

Texans fear no one.

Texans will not be pushed around.

I am constantly reminded that as Texans, we are exceptional people.

Each day in Texas, law enforcement officers keep us safe from dangers we don't have to worry about.