Rick Perry Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“But it wasn't until I graduated from Texas A & M University and joined the United States Air Force, flying C-130's all around the globe, that I truly appreciated the blessings of freedom.”

“I think Barack Obama is a socialist. I think he cares for his country - don't get me wrong about that - but I think he truly misunderstands what this country was based upon, the values that America was based upon, which was free enterprise and having the ability to risk your capital and having a chance to have a return on your investment.”

“When a criminal breaks into your home I'll let the liberals call the lawyer. I'm going to call Smith & Wesson.”

“I want you to answer this question: Why should you settle for anything less than an authentic conservative who will fight for your views and values without an apology? Think about that.”

“In the myopic world of the liberals, guns are responsible for evil instead of the perpetrator of evil. But criminals are not bound by our laws. That's what makes them criminals.”

“Armed and law-abiding citizens are a greater deterrent to violent crime than 1,000 laws passed by Congress.”

“As Americans, we don't see the role of government as guaranteeing outcomes, but allowing free men and women to flourish based on their own vision, their hard work and their personal responsibility.”

“The fact is there is forgiveness for those who seek God. And I believe in the power of redemption.”

“It is time to change our policy of appeasement toward the Palestinians, to strengthen our ties with the nation of Israel.”

“The liberals think government exists to fix what's wrong with America. They find fault with our Constitution, our economic model and our core values. We disagree with the premise of their argument. We believe there's nothing wrong with America that an extra dose of freedom won't cure.”