Alliances Quote by George Washington

The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is in extending our commercial relations to have as little political connection…

— George Washington

No person can be more deeply sensible than myself of the danger of entangling alliances with any foreign nation. That we should avoid such…

— James K. Polk

Finally we are a nation with some conscience. It means alliances are extremely important when they're based on a national interest. We have to…

— Malcolm Wallop

The alliance with the United States is and will always be the foundation of our diplomacy and national security.

— Moon Jae-in

Our alliances should be understood as a means to expand our influence, not as a constraint on our power. The expansion of democracy and…

— Chuck Hagel

If old American alliance commitments don't count for as much, countries will, in some cases, then say, 'Well, we've got to militarize in certain…

— Richard N. Haass

It's important that all around the globe that the United States is pursuing the most effective foreign policy possible.

— Lee Zeldin

Alliances are part of our destiny as a nation, part of our future as a nation and this is what guides me in my…

— Angela Merkel

I believe mutual respect for one another and cooperation should be the basis for relationships with foreign nations.

— Narendra Modi

We seek friendly relations with all nations. Any nation can be our friend without being any other nation's enemy.

— Richard M. Nixon

To be an ally is a formal military alliance. And we have a formal military alliance in NATO. But we are partners with other…

— Joe Biden

The United States has got to adopt a policy of befriending and creating allies around the world.

— Al Sharpton