“Had I been injured on the freeway and not in combat, it is likely that...” — Tammy Duckworth Quote

“Had I been injured on the freeway and not in combat, it is likely that I would be bankrupt even though I had medical insurance through my civilian employer.”

“In the military, a combatant command is the ultimate job. It's the pointy tip of the spear, overseeing the people carrying the rifles and flying the aircraft.”

“Illinois' economy will benefit from the modernization of the power sector.”

“I wanted to go to medical school. But, I never got a college scholarship.”

“I definitely love 'Camelot.' It's my favorite show. I'm a big 'True Blood' fan. I love 'American Idol,' and I love my girl J-Lo. The rest are my homework shows: 'Forensic Files,' 'Dr. G. Medical Examiner,' 'The First 48.'”

“You can die of the cure before you die of the illness.”