We need stable regimes in this part of the world [the Mideast] who will be partners and friends of ours, because the fact of the matter is we do rely on imported oil to fuel our economy and to fuel our nation.

I would sit and talk to any president who wishes to talk to me, but I'm not anxious to rule it in.

Time is passing, ... We have to look at the reality of the situation and ... redouble our efforts and get on with it.

Fear is a normal human emotion. It is not in itself a killer. We can learn to be aware when fear grips us, and can train to operate through and in spite of our fear. If, on the other hand, we don't understand that fear is normal and has to be controlled and overcome, it will paralyze us and stop us in our tracks. We will no longer think clearly or analyze rationally. We prepare for it and control it; we never let it control us. It if does, we cannot lead.

There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.

The best method of overcoming obstacles is the team method

Don't just count your days, make your days count.