I was raised to believe that America was a force for good in the world and that it should take its leadership role seriously.

- Dana Perino

One time, on Marine One, the president asked me my opinion. I had a flashback to being at the kitchen table with my dad. That dominant male figure set me up for being confident to express myself with precision and persuasion.

- Dana Perino

I get a choice every time I have to open my mouth: that it can be with civility and dignity and grace - or not.

- Dana Perino

It's one of my favorite seasons of the year: Back to School. As a kid, I loved fresh school supplies, new outfits, the change of seasons, and the chance to crack open a new textbook.

- Dana Perino

I've been in government and politics my entire career, and while I try to keep a level head and a reasonable tone in my commentary, even I can lose my head sometimes and let anger bubble over and burst out. It feels gross, looks ugly, and leaves a lasting mark.

- Dana Perino

It's one of my favorite seasons of the year: Back to School. As a kid, I loved fresh school supplies, new outfits, the change of seasons, and the chance to crack open a new textbook.

- Dana Perino

There is freedom in forgiveness, and it's not that hard to do once you get into the habit.

- Dana Perino

My great-grandmother lived to be 100 years old, so I got to know her. She always sent us birthday cards that had $2 bills inside - we kept them for good luck.

- Dana Perino

Good governance, safety, a chance to grow economically and professionally - those are important things.

- Dana Perino

The life my grandparents had was thoroughly American. They built a small ranch into a huge operation and fulfilled my great-grandparents' dreams. Theirs was... a simpler time of contentment and patriotism.

- Dana Perino