Affair Quote by Richard Lugar
“We have the responsibility to ensure that our first impulse in foreign affairs is one of bipartisanship.”
About This Quote
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.
Seek bipartisan input on foreign affairs.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- international negotiations
- crisis response
- diplomatic initiatives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can bipartisan frameworks be institutionalized?
- What incentives foster cross‑party collaboration?
Partisan interests can hinder swift action.