Negotiations are a euphemism for capitulation if the shadow of power is not cast across the bargaining table.
George P. ShultzI learned in business that you had to be very careful when you told somebody that's working for you to do something, because the chances were very high he'd do it. In government, you don't have to worry about that.
George P. ShultzI think the idea that you would do everything you can to prevent what is coming at you by way of something very disruptive - a 9/11 - it's a no-brainer.
George P. Shultz