"Patience is important in government."Patience
"I'm going to change this department, this city, this state."
"Good leaders listen to their people."Leadership
"I believe government can be a force for good."Faith
"You have to earn respect. It's not given."
"I've made mistakes, but I learn from them."
"The best part of my life is the people in it."Gratitude
"I'm going to do everything by the book."
"Friendship is the most important thing."Friendship
"I refuse to compromise on my values."
"Every citizen deserves good government."Justice
"I'm going to succeed because I never give up."Success
"The future is bright if we work together."Hope
"I love the United States. I love this city."
"Good things take time and effort."Perseverance
"I'm going to be great at this job."
"People matter more than politics."
"I believe in the power of good people."Faith
"Never stop believing in yourself."
"I'm going to make a real difference here."
"You can't buy happiness. You earn it through hard work."Wisdom
"I love April more than I love myself."Love
"Government is about service, not power."Leadership
"I'm going to create something amazing."Creativity
"The best days are spent with good people doing important work."
"I believe in tomorrow."Hope