How often have we seen politicians take a principle position only to give it up three days later? That is what makes democracy so fascinating.

Every human endeavor has leaders and followers, and your job as a leader is to inspire.

Let me blow that up for you again.

I regret that the presentation I made at the UN turned out to be wrong. It was wrong on the stockpiles of weapons of mass destruction, but pretty much right on intentions and capabilities.

I think leadership is both a trained thing and a natural gift.

The day soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you have stopped leading them.

Treat people kindly. When you are kind to somebody and I don't mean necessarily "buddy-buddy", just show kindness and consideration. Show that people are worthy and you respect them and you are glad they're with you.