The first responsibility of the state is to guarantee the safety of the people.
Ricardo Salinas PliegoThe U.S. increasingly has taken on the characteristics of what we describe as 'failed states.'
Noam ChomskyThings of this world are in so constant a flux, that nothing remains long in the same state.
John LockeSouth Dakota is a great state because of its values, not because of dependence on government.
Laura IngrahamThe rumor that the state of my health will necessitate my resignation is entirely unfounded.
Frederick William BordenOther states are trying to abolish the death penalty... mine's putting in an express lane.
Ron WhiteThe state controlling a woman would mean denying her full autonomy and full equality.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg