Quotes from Trent Lott

Most Americans in both red and blue states reject and resent the message being sent by Hollywood and some in the media that values are subjective, to be defined by the individual and not by God.

We cannot forget the little things we take for granted in America that remain the disdain of dictators and terrorists throughout the world.

Racial discrimination does not always violate public policy.

While it may take generations of nurturing, nations founded on and grounded in freedom will eventually overcome and prosper. Once free, folks rarely accept anything less, and that includes Iraqis.

Freedom is never easily won, but once established, freedom lasts, spreads and chokes out tyranny.

The vision of a nation formed from many different peoples bound together by a common love of freedom was staked out long before our lifetimes or even our parents' or grandparents' lifetimes.

I want to say this about my state. When Strom Thurmond ran for president, we voted for him. We're proud of it. And if the rest of the country had followed our lead, we wouldn't have had all these problems over all these years either.

The highly motivated young people who comprise the backbone of our military force truly are taking their place as one of America's greatest generations.

It is America, I don't want the government trying to control more of my life. I want less government control, and I think there are too many government regulations, laws and taxes on the books.

I think the important thing is for the president to show action. The people in America want to know that we're listening to them and their concerns.

I don't agree with the libertarians. I want my security first. I'll deal with all the details after that.

Government does best when it helps people help themselves. Human dignity is found not in a handout but in being able to do for one's self.

A poor choice of words conveyed to some the impression that I embrace the discarded policies of the past. Nothing could be further from the truth, and I apologize to anyone who was offended by my statement.

I'm not a fan of Secretary Rumsfeld. I don't think he listens enough to his uniformed officers.

I want to say this about my state. When Strom Thurmond ran for president, we voted for him. We're proud of it. And if the rest of the country had followed our lead, we wouldn't have had all these problems over all these years, either.

Freedom is never easily won, but once established, freedom lasts, spreads and chokes out tyranny.