Leslie Knope

"Any idiot can put up a binder. You have to believe in the binder."

"I'm going to fight for this town no matter what."

"The most important thing is that you're happy."

"I will be the best boss you've ever had, and I will make this the best department."

"Dreams are the worst."

"I believe in being optimistic about the future."

"That's what I love about this job. You get to make a real difference."

"Sometimes you have to do what's right even when nobody's watching."

"I want my tombstone to say 'Here lies Leslie Knope. She tried.'"

"Rules are made to be followed, usually."

"I have a 5-year plan, and a 10-year plan, and a 25-year plan."

"You can't live your whole life being someone's second choice."

"I'm the fastest girl in the park."

"If you ever think I'm being too nice, just tell me and I'll dial it back a notch."

"I believe in this town and these people."

"Breakfast is the most important meal of the day."

"I have an irrational fear of losing my teeth."

"You don't have to be ashamed of your hard work."

"I want to make a real impact on the world."

"This is my personal and professional dream."

"I believe in second chances."

"Every obstacle is just an opportunity in disguise."

"I'm going to work harder than I've ever worked before."

"Friendship is the most important thing in the world."

"You're like the big sister I never had."

"I'm going to be President."

"The key to a meaningful life is spending time with people you love."

"I believe in the goodness of people."

"You're my greatest achievement."

"I don't make mistakes. I just have unexpected learning opportunities."