Sonny Perdue Quotes & Sayings

“You see, greatness for a state doesn't require some huge monument for all to see. It is not a journey to a particular destination - but a commitment to follow a course of constant and never-ending improvement.”

“My philosophy of leadership is to surround myself with good people who have ability, judgment and knowledge, but above all, a passion for service.”

“Our best teachers do more than impart facts and figures - they inspire and encourage students and instill a true desire to learn. That's a fine art in itself.”

“One of my great joys in life is being a pilot. There is a great sense of freedom in soaring through the sky. You get a different perspective up there. Seeing things that aren't so apparent from the ground.”

“I believe Georgia should aspire to nothing less than greatness. And I believe greatness is within our grasp.”

“The South is a great driving destination for tourism - heritage, cultural and many other types of tourism.”

“Yes, I'm your governor now. I'll take care of you.”

“But we know that the very God who gave us life, gave us liberty at the same time. And sometimes we're called upon to defend both life and liberty - God's blessings to Americans, and indeed, to all of His creation.”

“We don't want a busybody government - a boss - that butts into our lives every chance it gets to tell us how to work, how to play, where to live and on and on.”

“I call it people-to-people politics and that's what politics should be about, reaching out and helping one another and touching one another about what we're going to do.”