* “The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings; the inherent virtue of socialism is the equal sharing of miseries.”–Winston Churchill.
* “If you don’t say anything, you won’t be called on to repeat it.”–Calvin Coolidge.
* “I hope Americans will understand why a father and a president would come to this decision.”–President Joe Biden on the pardoning of his son Hunter.
* “I’m proud to become the first sitting president to visit the Amazon.”–President Joe Biden, who then signed a U.S. proclamation designating Nov. 17 as International Conservation Day.
* “Despite potential setbacks in Washington, there are multiple (climate change) avenues to make headway. The private sector role is crucial, but it’s not the only lever we have. State and local governments also hold substantial power in addressing climate issues.”–Mary Anna Mancuso, spokesperson for RepublicEn.org.
* “They (Russia) are invested in undermining institutions in the U.S., as well as the U.S.’s reputation internationally.”–Melanie Smith, director of research for the Strategic Dialogue’s U.S. division.
* “If a percentage of what the United States spends on war were dedicated to peace and development, that would address the underlying causes of migration.”–Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
* “I think NATO was fine for the Cold War. It made sense.”–Ron DeSantis.
* “Americans have been crushed by the industrial food complex and drug companies who have engaged in deception, misinformation and disinformation when it comes to public health.”–Donald Trump, who then nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the anti-vaccine activist, to be HHS secretary.
* “A loss, however painful, is not the end of the world. Every election result is provisional.”–Mona Charen, The Bulwark.
* “The Wild West.” How Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Gary Gensler described the world of crypto.
* “I do not intend to join the 119th Congress. I think that eight years is probably enough time in the United States Congress.”–Matt Gaetz.
* “I like Matt (Gaetz), and I think he would have changed the way DOJ is run.”–Sen. Rick Scott.
* “If RFK Jr. were a Democratic nominee, GOP senators would oppose him as a threat to public health. If they confirm him, they’d better hope they won’t need the cures that won’t be developed.”–The Wall Street Journal.
* “The real worry is that the Florida (education) model goes national.”–Trinity College political science professor Isaac Kamola.
* “It’s a disservice to young people, and it’s morally wrong to abandon the humanities. If we stand by a belief in classical education, students will come.”—New College trustee and author Mark Bauerlein.
* “Permitless carry has already cost lives in Florida. Open carry will make it worse.”–State Sen. Carlos Guilleremo Smith, D-Orlando.
* “The losses for the triple-whammy of Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton exposed our outdated infrastructure.”–U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor.
* “We couldn’t have asked for a more accommodating and gracious organization to help us in our time of need. The Yankees are certainly our on-field rivals, but we are partners off the field, and they extended a hand to us when we were really in dire straits.”–Rays President Matt Silverman, on the team using Tampa’s George M. Steinbrenner Field in 2025.