Time is passing, ... We have to look at the reality of the situation and ... redouble our efforts and get on with it.
Colin PowellIf everybody trusts one another, then the person who didn't prevail will faithfully execute the decision as if it was their idea.
Colin PowellThere is no suggestion of regime change; quite the contrary, this is an initiative to help people and to help governments who are inclined toward change.
Colin PowellI served 40 years in government, and I'm not looking forward to a position or an assignment. Of course, I have always said if a president asks you to do something, you have to consider it. But I am in no way interested in returning to government. But I, of course, would sit and talk to any president who wishes to talk to me.
Colin Powell