A government of, by and for the people is obligated to conduct the nation's business in a manner that respects dissent.

— Jim Leach

Civility is not about dousing strongly held views. It's about making sure that people are willing to respect other perspectives.

— Jim Leach

Our culture is more shaped by the arts and humanities than it is often by politics.

— Jim Leach

The hallmark of our times is change and acceleration, but we have to provide the history.

— Jim Leach