“Using taxes to punish the rich, in reality, punishes everyone because ...” — Rand Paul Quote

“Using taxes to punish the rich, in reality, punishes everyone because we are all interconnected. High taxes and excessive regulation and massive debt are not working.”

“You don't set up an implicit promise from the federal government that everybody is getting bailed out.”

“In the search for culpability for the tragedy in Ferguson, I mostly blame politicians.”

“Honest people can disagree on policy. But where there can be no honest disagreement is the need to change our nation's debt course.”

“I've never felt like this country owed me anything. If anything, I am forever in debt to this country.”

“Winning a place at a top university should be decided solely by a student's hard work and ability, not by what they can afford or how much debt they are willing to take on.”