We have made mistakes! We were too late. If we had presented our national interests more clearly from the beginning, the world… — Vladimir Putin Copy Share Image
We must recognize that as the dominant power in the world we have a special responsibility. In addition to protecting our national… — George Soros Copy Share Image
we are dealing with a return to what might be a far more normal relationship between the West and Russia. Russia is… — Marvin Kalb Copy Share Image
If Britain pursues a more independent foreign policy, it might be possible then. And if it is guided by commitments to its… — Vladimir Putin Copy Share Image
The U.S. should never get involved where we have no clear national interest. We should not intervene militarily in a country like… — Rand Paul Copy Share Image
Republican voters believe we should have a lawful system of immigration that serves the national interest. They don't believe we should enter… — Jeff Sessions Copy Share Image
For the past 15 years or so, British governments have tried to persuade the rest of us that the best judges of… — Neal Ascherson Copy Share Image
However, personally, I see this as not having the right to abuse this trust [among the citizens of Russia and Japan], and… — Vladimir Putin Copy Share Image
In Parliament, you need to ensure that there is a diverse and well-rounded group of individuals who are coming together to speak… — Nicole Seah Copy Share Image
I think that all countries that participate in multilateral institutions see the institutions as a way of advancing what they view as… — Paul Wolfowitz Copy Share Image
Look, I don't mind if the President sends a budget which he knows is not going to achieve anything. But when he… — Charles Krauthammer Copy Share Image
“You know, in the realm of diplomacy, we are all bound to defend and promote our respective national interests. But, there is… — SBYudhoyono Copy Share Image
People in Parliament occupy themselves with private animosities and petty quarrels, and think little of the national interest. It is impossible to… — William III of England Copy Share Image
You have, at the same time, placed your confidence in me, and in my ability to render a free, fair judgment -… — John F. Kennedy Copy Share Image
They [American forces] are there as an expression of the American national interest to prevent the Iranian combination of imperialism and fundamentalist… — Henry A. Kissinger Copy Share Image
So, the point I'm making is, we are not going to cut spending in Washington if we think it's the job of… — Jim DeMint Copy Share Image
We must surely appear to the world as exactly what we are: a nation that organizes its economy around consuming twice as… — Barbara Kingsolver Copy Share Image
Britain could make her own way in the world, outside the EU, if we chose to do so. So could any other… — David Cameron Copy Share Image
The United States-Israeli relationship is based on the broadest conception of American national interest in which our two nations are bound forever… — Colin Powell Copy Share Image
I do here in the most solemn and bitter manner curse the Prime Minister of England [sic] for having cumulated all his… — Enoch Powell Copy Share Image
I believe that the teachers unions are doing exactly what they're supposed to be doing. They were designed to be professional organizations… — Michelle Rhee Copy Share Image
When I came into office, the world was divided. Iran was resurgent. Iran is at its weakest point, economically, strategically, militarily, then… — Barack Obama Copy Share Image
We in the United States are very often - since we are a democracy and we have national interests, we've often made… — George Soros Copy Share Image
A government, the constitution of which renders it unfit to be trusted with all the powers which a free people ought to… — Alexander Hamilton Copy Share Image
I'm convinced that a trade deal between the U.S. and the U.K. is in the national interest of both countries and will… — Theresa May Copy Share Image
unlike other countries, we're not skeptical at all when it comes to EU expansion. In fact, we are in favor of admitting… — Lech Kaczynski Copy Share Image
I have always regard nonalignment as a statement that India's policies, foreign policy will be guided by what I describe as enlightened… — Manmohan Singh Copy Share Image
What I'm clear about is that we have an opportunity through this early meeting with Donald Trump to start that process of… — Theresa May Copy Share Image
The notion that the UN is some sort of dispassionate body that, does right and just pursues everybody's best interests is a… — Mona Charen Copy Share Image
For the United States, supporting international development is more than just an expression of our compassion. It is a vital investment in… — Condoleezza Rice Copy Share Image
Yoo's theory promotes frank discussion of the national interest and makes it harder for politicians to parade policy conflicts as constitutional crises.… — David B. Rivkin Copy Share Image
There's no question that the US is engaged in economic spying. If there's information at Siemens that they think would be beneficial… — Edward Snowden Copy Share Image
In a situation where many national leaders do the same thing and look out for national interests, and with an issue like… — Peter Singer Copy Share Image
Fundamental questions are being asked about the future of the Eurozone and therefore the shape of the EU itself. Opportunities to advance… — David Cameron Copy Share Image
I think the fitness of players is the key to success. I believe that there should be no place of unfit players… — Shahid Afridi Copy Share Image
My position is that it is high time for a calm debate on more fundamental questions. Does human spaceflight continue to serve… — James Van Allen Copy Share Image
The U.S. has and still is cooperating with various military dictatorships around the world. Obviously we would prefer to see them democratized,… — Samuel P. Huntington Copy Share Image
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