Subjects Quotes by Madeleine Albright

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…

— Madeleine Albright

No matter how hard we might wish, we will not be able to transform China's behavior overnight.

— Madeleine Albright

There are a lot of similar aspects in all the religions. The question is which side of it you hold up.

— Madeleine Albright

Whatever the job you are asked to do at whatever level, do a good job because your reputation is your resume.

— Madeleine Albright

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

Every new president inherits headaches, but President Obama has inherited an entire emergency room.

— Madeleine Albright

I am by nature a worried optimist.

— Madeleine Albright

If there's nobody in your way, you're not going anywhere.

— Madeleine Albright

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

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

“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

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