“What historical purpose would it serve? It (wouldn't) change the facts of how he became a great president. I would fall on the side of leaving President Lincoln alone.”
“Every time I called Illinois Midland, people weren't quite sure where the paintings were. When I was referred to Genesee and Wyoming, nobody (there) knew what this was.”
“I feel very, very strongly that the city of Decatur has a wonderful heritage to be able to offer not only to the state but the nation and internationally.”