Foe means enemy. Now, will we have differences of opinion with the Russians? Yes. Will they get mad at us from time to time, and we get mad at them? That's part of the normal diplomatic relations.

Diplomacy never stops, and, with or without an election, it never stops.

I can't deny that it will be a historic event for an African-American to become president. And should that happen, all Americans should be proud - not just African-Americans, but all Americans - that we have reached this point in our national history where such a thing could happen. It will also not only electrify our country, I think it'll electrify the world.

This is something else that is drilled into us in the military: Make sure you know who your replacement is, in case you become a casualty. So you have to have depth within an organization.

Have fun in your command. Don't always run at a breakneck pace. Take leave when you've earned it, spend time with your families.

Don't bother people for help without first trying to solve the problem yourself.

We got rid of a terrible dictator. We gave the Iraqi people an opportunity for a new life under a representative form of government.