Janet Reno Quotes

I really see the vocation of politics like I see every vocation - whether it's being a reporter or serving in public life or being a plumber - as an extension of ministry.

For me, being a lawyer means to help those in need.

Though neglectful of their responsibility to protect science, scientists are increasingly aware of their responsibility to society.

And I believe in the 13 years Judge Roberts was there, he never turned down a request to give some assistance on a pro-bono case, and this was no different.

How could I remain a spectator while Singapore faces such complex challenges? How could I not step forward when I know I have more to contribute to the country we all worked to build?

A public office is not a job, it is an opportunity to do something for the public.

All I know is, I think I would like to continue to do public service.

I am privileged to be able to work for the people of Hawaii in whatever capacity.

I was raised to believe that we all have a civic duty and a responsibility as Americans to improve our neighborhoods and our nation.

I'm very old-fashioned in some ways because of my father, who thought that being a public servant was an honor. Everyone must find a capacity in which they can serve, because we all benefit from society.

I'm extremely proud of my family's record of public service to Massachusetts and the nation.

Every day, all of us at Gannett are given the rare and sacred opportunity to affect change for the good in the communities we serve, to make life better for the people who trust us to know them and do right by them.

During my two terms serving the good people of New Hampshire's First District, I always worked for what I call the bottom 99% of Americans, and I never forgot that public office is a public trust.

Having been given that public trust, we have a responsibility to share with the public.

I think I've been a great citizen.

Public trust is essential to public safety.

I don't want to run for governor, but I don't think anyone should put public service out of the question because that's not what a good citizen does.

I've always had this core belief in public service. Even before I became a citizen, I volunteered in the Army.

My passion for service came from my parents, and my community involvement began at a very young age, when I volunteered with the local Chamber of Commerce in Lowell, MA to help revitalize our city.

Our calling is not just within the walls of the congregation, but we are part of the life and community in which our condition resides.

Every good citizen adds to the strength of a nation.

I think there's no higher calling in terms of a career than public service, which is a chance to make a difference in people's lives and improve the world.

When I decided to run for Congress, I saw it as an opportunity to serve the South Jersey community that had become my home after signing to play for the Philadelphia Eagles. I didn't choose public service out of political ambition or a desire for power, and never once thought of making a career of it.

Being the Queen is not all about singing, and being a diva is not all about singing. It has much to do with your service to people. And your social contributions to your community and your civic contributions as well.

I have always been an active part of my community.