In terms intellectually, [what] shaped my life was the whole Munich thing [the Munich Agreement] that I knew about all my life, in terms of how large powers make decisions that affect small countries, and the unintended consequences of that.… — Madeleine Albright Copy Share
In 1953, the United States played a significant role in orchestrating the overthrow of Iran's popular prime minister, Mohammed Mossadegh. The Eisenhower administration believed its actions were justified for strategic reasons, but the coup was clearly a setback for Iran's political development and it is easy to see now why many Iranians continue to resent this intervention by America in… — Madeleine Albright Copy Share
No matter how hard we might wish, we will not be able to transform China's behavior overnight. — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
There are a lot of similar aspects in all the religions. The question is which side of it you hold up. — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
Whatever the job you are asked to do at whatever level, do a good job because your reputation is your resume. — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
I am often asked if, when I was secretary, I had problems with foreign men. That is not who I had problems with, because… — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
Every new president inherits headaches, but President Obama has inherited an entire emergency room. — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
I can't imagine what it is like to be raised in a society where their only statues that exist are to you and your… — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
I bought ... the pins with my three daughters in mind; the ships are beautiful, graceful, and moving along at full sail, having long… — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
“I also think it is important for women to help one another. I have a saying: There is a special place in hell for… — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
The capability of negotiating... is something that means you not only have to understand fully what you believe and what your national interests are… — Madeleine Albright Copy Share Image
