I can't tell you if the use of force in Iraq today will last five days, five weeks or five months, but it won't last any longer than that.

Don't 'over-control' like a novice pilot. Stay loose enough from the flow that you can observe it, modify, and improve it.

You're thinking of Europe as Germany and France. I don't. I think that's old Europe.

Know that the amount of criticism you receive may correlate somewhat to the amount of publicity you receive.

When someone with a rural accent says, "I don't know much about politics," zip up your pockets.

When business accepts help from the government, it can be like going to bed with a hippopotamus. It's nice and warm for the moment, but then your bedmate rolls over and crushes you.

Presidential leadership needn't always cost money. Look for low- and no-cost options. They can be surprisingly effective.