I think the political process has degenerated into name-calling and extremism, and I think that that's unfortunate.

Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in.

Leadership is not something that is done to people, like fixing your teeth. Leadership is unlocking people's potential to become better.

Becoming number one is easier than remaining number one.

Working with the UN's diplomacy and development arms, we can prevent minor differences from escalating into wars. When conflicts do break out, UN peacekeepers should play a role in defusing and settling them. Without giving up our sovereignty, we can help the UN with better training and better command and control in order to develop more effective peacekeeping forces.

Sports is a metaphor for overcoming obstacles and achieving against great odds. Athletes, in times of difficulty, can be important role models.

The UN is committed to the goal of ensuring that all nations share in economic, social, & scientific progress. It delivers humanitarian assistance to the victims of wars and natural disasters.