In Israel we tend to be carried away by our emotions.

Peace is important for Israel.

I am focused on what needs to be done for the people of Israel. Period. I do not pity myself and I do not pat myself on the shoulder. I get up in the morning full of energy to fulfill my mission.

Who thinks seriously that if we sit on another hilltop, on another hundred meters, that this is what will make the difference for the state of Israel's basic security?

In Israel we tend to be carried away by our emotions.

I know the war in Iraq is controversial in the States, but for us in the Middle East it has made a great and significant impact.

I know I'm unpopular.