Bill Owens Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“If you ask me to compromise on principle, I will get out the veto pen.”

“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.”

“Americans no longer look to government for economic security; rather, they look to their portfolios.”

“All the faith and good will in the world is wasted without direction.”

“Government frequently has a problem recognizing perception versus reality.”

“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.”

“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.”

“As a governor, I am naturally inclined to focus on the domestic side of protecting the United States.”

“While one party may possess the levers of power, one party does not possess a monopoly on good ideas. Good lawmaking, after all, is about the ability to craft effective solutions.”

“Government can't create wealth, but it can create the conditions for private enterprise to flourish.”