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I must uphold my ideals, for perhaps the time will come when I shall be able to carry them out.

Anne Frank

Justice consists not in being neutral between right and wrong, but in finding out the right and upholding it, wherever found, against the wrong.

Theodore Roosevelt

One might equate growing up with a mistrust of words. A mature person trusts his eyes more than his ears. Irrationality often manifests itself in upholding the word against the evidence of the eyes. Children, savages and true believers remember far less what they have seen than what they have heard.

Eric Hoffer

I served 85 days in jail because of my belief in the importance of upholding the confidential relationship journalists have with their sources, ... Believe me, I did not want to be in jail.

Judith Miller

I've done everything I could to stay out of (the Gonzalez case), to avoidpoliticizing it, but I do believe that it is our responsibility to uphold the law, and we're doing our best to do that.

American Society

We will uphold our claims vigorously, but can't comment an ongoing litigation.

Carol Brown

Maine has an impeccable record of upholding our end of the settlement agreement. Our enforcement has been more than diligent; it has been dogged and determined.

Attorney General Steven Rowe

Military and Gold Star Families will remain in Crawford throughout the month or until we meet with President Bush. We hope Cindy can return here, but if she is unable to, we are determined to continue to uphold the call for a meeting and an end to the war. The questions Cindy has for President Bush are the same questions thousands of mothers and families across the country have.

Becky Lourey

I hope all of you will inherit and carry forward the fine traditions of China's religious circle in patriotism and religious piety and in upholding peace.

Jia Qinglin

Our family has come together to launch this incredible program in the Columbus area, and we are dedicated to upholding the high standards of child care as an accredited Primrose School.

Carmen Caldwell

I served 85 days in jail because of my belief in the importance of upholding the confidential relationship that journalists have with their sources.

Judith Miller

The funding goes to uphold the university's mission to encourage and support diversity throughout the campus, both in and out of the curriculum, and on a campus-wide scale.

Albert Jones

We follow the state law. We uphold that law… Of course, the city of Puyallup has another opinion.

Apostle

We must uphold the principle of enhanced coordination in the development of advanced weaponry.

Cao Gangchuan

The secretary-general is very concerned about the increasing tensions in the country and appeals to all parties to uphold the 2003 ceasefire agreement.

Stephanie Dujarric

Remembered and missed for her commitment and dedication to seeking justice and upholding democracy.

Richard Gordon

This is really a tremendous ruling on the part the Supreme Court upholding the rights of terminally ill patients to control their end of life care.

Robert Kenneth

In eliminating limits on the number of pictures that can be posted on internet sites and in permitting their free publication during the course of World Cup matches, FIFA is upholding the traditional values of the free press and preserving the full free flow of information to the media and their audiences.

Timothy Balding

I think it is huge. I'm excited. I think the verdict is strong. The courts, I believe, will uphold it even at the appellate level.

Herman Schumacher

As a senior member of our family and a respected senator of the land, Sen. Magsaysay holds my highest esteem and respect. It is in this light that I am again explaining that my decision was based on my sworn duty to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and to work for the interests of our people.

Ramon Magsaysay

I will not uphold a breach of international law or this undermining of the U.N. and will resign from the government.

Clare Short

The definition of security must be broadened to encompass the security of people, as well as states. That means a commitment to human rights. That means recognizing that insecurity and violence are best tackled by effective, accountable states which uphold, not violate human rights.

Irene Khan

As an offense we're not, in my opinion, upholding our end.

Curtis Martin

Gov. Fletcher has failed to uphold his duty to protect Kentucky citizens and enforce the Kentucky constitution.

Christina Gilgor

When federal judges arbitrarily choose to dismiss the will of the nation's elected representatives and chief executive, they place themselves above the law they are sworn to uphold.

Todd Akin

This is a reflection of my coaches, teammates, my family ? people who have all had influence on me, obviously. It's me being surrounded by wonderful people and trying to emulate that ... uphold that standard. It's a big honor. It leaves me without words. Very, very humbling.

Alfee Reft

With her understanding of 'Fiddler's' important place in theatrical history, I am positive she will uphold that tradition excitingly.

Harvey Fierstein

Amnesty International calls today on foreign governments to uphold their obligations under international law by investigating all senior U.S. officials involved in the torture scandal.

William Schulz

It's time to lay down the anger. We need to continue to uphold those people over there, to uphold those men and women with their boots on the ground.

Deborah Johns

Loyalty and respect for contribution do matter. They are principles I seek to uphold.

Simon Crean

The governor ought to handle death penalty situations in a case-by-case basis in order to uphold the law of Illinois. I support the death penalty in limited circumstances, and I think it's incumbent upon the governor to make sure that innocent people are not put to death. We don't need a moratorium to do it for us.

Bill Brady

Log Cabin Republicans take the governor at his word, that if, and when, the courts of California join the Legislature in recognizing the right to civil marriage equality, he will uphold and support that decision.

Patrick Guerriero

I am making a final appeal to you. Party is above everything else. Time has come to uphold the party ideology.

Deve Gowda

MasterCard strongly disagrees with the majority opinion issued yesterday by a panel of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals upholding the grant of class certification in the merchant antitrust action.

Noah Hanft

I am sworn to uphold the Constitution as Andy Johnson understands it and interprets it.

Andrew Johnson

The cause of Peace has had my share of efforts, taking the ultra non-resistance ground - that a Christian cannot consistently uphold, and actively support, a government based on the sword, or whose ultimate resort is to the destroying weapons.

Lucretia Mott

I still feel that my oath of office is to uphold the charter.

Mayor David Iwuc

We have every confidence in the fairness of our procedures and look forward to the court upholding our process.

Vance Van Petten

Failure to uphold this Commission decision will allow Microsoft to continue these anti-competitive practices ... in the markets addressed in the current case and would open the way for an extension of the monopoly into new areas.

Simon Awde

From what I understand, they'll probably uphold it.

Brian Mcdonald

We realize our work is far from over. Even when we see impressive overall performance, we know that the average often includes some sub-par schools. We must continue to work even harder to uphold the charter model of excellence and accountability to improve them or weed them out. It must be about quality for our kids.

Nelson Smith

Our families are deeply saddened by the loss of Dennis and Brad. Their passion for our business helped make Regal Heir Farms one of the nation's premier thoroughbred horse farms. We plan to uphold their dedication to customers and their passion for the industry.

William Mulligan

Today's lawsuit simply requests the court to uphold the Constitution. The entire law is invalid because the law the House passed is different from the law the Senate passed and the president signed.

Adina Rosenbaum

The environmental movement and the prize winners are becoming more sophisticated. It's not just about protesting anymore. It's about creating new laws or working with governments so they uphold the laws that are already on the books.

Lorrae Rominger

We're very pleased with the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the law, allowing us to continue creating the jobs and spurring economic development important to the people all across the state.

Saleem Cheeks

It wasn't a very detailed meeting, but he definitely established a feeling right off the bat. He thinks integrity's a real big thing. He praised the people that are positive about the program, and who want to uphold its achievements.

Brandon Archer

It is important that we speak with one voice on this issue in the European Union, uphold our common values but also make an effort toward de-escalation.

Heinz Fischer

What a tremendous compliment it is to be named captain not once but twice by your teammates, ... It's now my job to uphold the high standards set by the coaching staff and the other captains that played here before me.

Anthony Jordan

We're confident (the state board) will uphold the elementary appeal and it will be a good way to win the trust of the district.

Doug Jackson

In this context, the Cabinet expressed its support for the serious efforts by the Palestinian security services to uphold the rule of law and reserve public order.

Nabil Amr

There's a legacy to uphold. Once you get to state, you want to keep going back.

Ashlee Stephens

Because the guys had been wanting to get back on campus, this is a privilege for them, and we expect them to uphold their end of the bargain. If they don't they will be penalized.

Billy Watson

The message should be that this is about national security. Stop the criminals, stop the terrorists, protect us from gangs ? uphold the rule of law and ensure that immigrants come legally.

Alex Segura

I owe my team big and I'm apologizing for not upholding our Ravens' name.

Terrell Suggs

We want to find and establish our identity. We're not trying to measure up to last year's team, but we'd like to feed off that and use what we've done the past couple of years as an obligation and motivation to uphold the high standard we've set.

Scott Thomas

Our message to the government is that if you won't take responsibility to uphold the law, we will force you to do so.

Dror Etkes

This program is designed to specifically ensure the highest standard of care for our patients. We are proud to continue to uphold our standards of excellence in laboratory quality assurance. We partner with CAP to advocate for high-quality medical care.

Barry Jones

We must uphold the promise of Roosevelt, Truman, Kennedy, Johnson, Carter, and Clinton and never allow the President and his Republican friends to threaten Social Security by putting it on the Wall Street trading block.

John Kerry

[We] remain fully committed to maintaining the integrity and security of our sport and upholding public confidence. In the specific matter of this case, it is clear that better cooperation we are seeking with the Jockey Club, particularly in terms of sharing information relating to warned-off persons... will help us achieve our common goals.

John Blake

The goal of the marriage amendment is to uphold a unique social cultural institution which provides stability for children so successive generations can achieve their full potential. This amendment does not degrade other social relationships. It affirms the unique role of husbands and wives in the rearing of children.

Jon Paul

We need somebody who can uphold that oath of office for all citizens of Carrboro and who has demonstrated in past a commitment to democracy.

John Herrera

I suppose they have to be seen to be upholding the Muslim or Indonesian way and she's been made to carry the can.

Schapelle Corby

It was a groundbreaking work in that he basically, in this culture, in this day and age, showed that there were scientific answers to be able to defend the Christian faith and uphold the Bible's account.

Ken Ham

He said, referring to Reilly and his staff, ''there's a very good chance that the Supreme Judicial Court will uphold the attorney general.

General Scott

He was, however, elected by Congress to uphold and defend the constitution of the party and we have no doubt he will discharge his duties accordingly.

Paul Themba Nyathi

We call on President Bush to uphold the commitment to American economic competitiveness that he made in the State of the Union address by vetoing this bill and pushing for more affordable student loan policy.

Luke Swarthout

In the end, he refused to commit to upholding the core principles of Roe.

Debra L. Ness

I do think the chief justice has a particular obligation to try to achieve consensus consistent with everyone's individual oath to uphold the Constitution, and that would certainly be a priority for me.

John Roberts

The world has witnessed shameful acts committed by people who represent the United States in Iraq. Now America must show the world how the United States of America exercises the true principles of democracy - upholding the rule of law by administering justice in a swift, transparent and fair manner.

Barbara Mikulski

That cannot be a true religion which needs carnal weapons to uphold it.

Roger Williams

This is not the right thing to do. We should protect traditional marriage and uphold all of those values and institutions that have made our society and keep our society together today.

Dennis Hollingsworth

As a 20-year friend of Rosie's, I couldn't be happier that we will finally share a stage together, ... With her understanding of Fiddler's important place in theatrical history, I am positive she will uphold that tradition excitingly.

Harvey Fierstein

The mayor and council are under a duty. They have a legal obligation to uphold the laws of the village.

Michelle Miller

The National Western Stock Show will not tolerate cheating, tampering or unethical fitting. We stand behind our commitment and obligation to uphold the highest standards of honesty, integrity and fair showmanship.

Pat Grant

They wanted a physical presence in the heart of the medical center where they could uphold the importance of faith in the process of healing and wholeness.

Paul Parks

I tried to uphold our board decision.

Joe Wheeler

Our constitution is based on the premise of upholding rural identity, traditions, security and prosperity ... all of which depend on recognition of individual property rights.

Randy Hillier

The administration will aggressively fight the war on terror in an effort to protect the American people while at the same time upholding the civil liberties of the American people. The president is doing both of these things and will continue to do both of these things.

Allen Abney

The Jockeys' Association remains fully committed to maintaining the integrity and security of our sport and upholding public confidence.

John Blake

Meaningful, constitutional parental consent laws are designed to help and protect minors. Today, we are voting to uphold those laws.

Charles Canady

What is at stake in this appeal is the ability of the church to uphold its own laws, ... If we lose, everybody loses.

Thomas Hall

A textbook is essential to uphold the First Amendment, ... There's been nothing cast in this direction until now.

Charles Haynes

We're against illegal immigrants because we must uphold the rule of law. We are a nation of law. Our biblical world view mandates that we be a people of law.

Sadie Fields

The governments in these five countries have grossly failed to uphold the human rights of these vulnerable people.

Ramesh Singh

I believe that God is leading me to uphold the laws in Alabama and guide its policies.

Roy Moore

There's a standard of behavior in the locker room, on the floor and everywhere else that I think you have to uphold as a good teammate that just isn't there. I'm not going to tolerate it. Not from Salim or anyone else on this team.

Mike Woodson

They each have shown a passion for community service and they both uphold the values that Bob has represented in the district for the past six years.

Rep. David Zuckerman

We feel we have an obligation to not only uphold school policy, but also the law.

Susan Gray

My suspicion is Kennedy probably will not want to adopt a rule that would gut the practical effect of Casey, which is a decision he wrote, ... On the other hand, he might choose a narrower way of upholding the New Hampshire law. He might remand to see if the health exception can be applied in the language.

Jack Balkin

Any new decision they make is probably based more on their need for cash than upholding their credibility.

Shannon Flaherty

Michael Moore is free to denounce every manifestation of American foreign policy; is he not? And we are upholding his right to do so, as ridiculous and inane and asinine as his comments are.

Orrin Hatch

This news organization is a national treasure. I will do everything in my power to uphold its high standards, preserve its integrity and build on its achievements.

Bill Keller

It's a budget that sets priorities. It's a budget that will help us sustain economic growth and uphold pro-development policies.

Abdulnabi Macki

You've got to create a dream. You've got to uphold the dream. If you can't, go back to the factory or go back to the desk.

Eric Burdon

We fully uphold the right of free speech. But we understand the deep hurt and widespread indignation felt in the Muslim world.

Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu

This award shows they have done so by upholding the traditional values of the game.

Ehsan Mani