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“We have the responsibility to ensure that our first impulse in foreign affairs is one of bipartisanship.” quote by Richard Lugar
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“We have the responsibility to ensure that our first impulse in foreign affairs is one of bipartisanship.”

Richard Lugar

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Source Speech: Remarks at the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, 1995

We must prioritize bipartisan cooperation in foreign policy decisions.

In simple terms: Work together across parties in international matters.

Key Takeaway

Seek bipartisan input on foreign affairs.

Themes

bipartisanship foreign policy responsibility

Mood

thoughtful optimistic

Type

policy political

When to use this quote

  • legislative debates
  • international negotiations
  • crisis response
  • diplomatic initiatives

Key Concepts

democracy collaboration global governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can bipartisan frameworks be institutionalized?
  • What incentives foster cross‑party collaboration?
A Different Perspective

Partisan interests can hinder swift action.

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