One reason life is such a delightful adventure is that we never know exactly what it will bring. No one ever knew it would bring me here. But one thing is certain: there’s no place I would rather be. Of course this turn of events has not been cause for universal celebration. In some quarters this inauguration feels a good deal
more like an interruption. And in a few ways -- good ways, we can hope -- it will be. But I pledge today to be a governor for all of Arizona, and to lead our state to better times. Together, we will do what we have to do, without pettiness or melodrama or misplaced regard to party, and we will succeed.

No one can be in this office and do it alone. I asked an extraordinary group of people to join me in this mission of recovery. They left their good paying jobs and solid careers, and went to work with me, to right the great ship of Arizona. I will always be grateful for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the people of Arizona. And, so, our work began.