American people Quote by Barack Obama

As a soldier and combat veteran, I believe American military forces should only be used in the defense and furtherance of our nation's vital…

— Joni Ernst

We cannot continue to rely only on our military in order to achieve the national security objectives that we've set. We've got to have…

— Barack Obama

I think most Americans believe that although it's better not to use military force if you can avoid it, that the world simply doesn't…

— Robert Kagan

Military force is irrelevant to many of the most urgent threats we face. If we are to solve our myriad domestic problems and revitalize…

— William Hartung

The American military is always prepared to protect our interests, and live up to our commitments.

— Lloyd Austin

For interests that are vital to the U.S. - that is, essential for our survival and wellbeing - the U.S. should be prepared to…

— Graham T. Allison

Our military should spare no expense to ensure the safety of our troops, particularly as they confront a hostile insurgency and roadside bombs throughout…

— Christopher Dodd

If there are threats to the United States, then I would of course go back to the president and make a recommendation that may…

— Martin Dempsey

Any military force should be dictated by the vital national security interests of the United States. And if and when we use force, we…

— Ted Cruz

Our troops are committed to bringing security to Iraq while its government matures. American forces will continue to accomplish their mission with caution, precision…

— Mike Fitzpatrick

Our military strength is a prerequisite to peace, but let it be clear we maintain this strength in the hope it will never be…

— Ronald Reagan

We can no longer apply the classic criteria to clearly determine whether and when we should use military force. We are waging war in…

— Otto Schily