All our problems, all our disputes, all our disagreements can be resolved quickly to mutual satisfaction if we address the question.

It's never easy dealing with terrorists, but it must be done through a mixture of political, economic and administrative means.

The Internet is the great equalizer.The technology which emanated from the Silicon Valley of California has more potential to ameliorate social inequality than any development in the history of the world, including the industrial revolution.

Political dictatorship and social hopelessness create the desperation that fuels religious extremism.

I still want to return home whenever I get a chance.

Ultimately, leadership is about the strength of one's convictions, the ability to endure the punches, and the energy to promote an idea. And I have found that those who do achieve peace never acquiesce to obstacles, especially those constructed of bigotry, intolerance, and inflexible tradition.

America's greatest contribution to the world is its concept of democracy, its concept of freedom, freedom of action, freedom of speech, and freedom of thought.