I don't consider China a communist state, no. I know that sounds paradoxical, but it's my view.

We are not just any nation.

People are generally amazed that I would take an interest in any form that would require me to stop talking for three hours.

My country's history, Mr. President, tells us that it is possible to fashion unity while cherishing diversity, that common action is possible despite the variety of races, interests, and beliefs we see here in this chamber. Progress and peace and justice are attainable. So we say to all peoples and governments: Let us fashion together a new world order.

America has no permanent friends or enemies, only interests.

China has had a long and complex history and has managed to evolve its own culture for 4,000 years. It therefore not necessarily true that we know exactly what is best for the internal structure of China.

90% of politicians give the other 10% a bad name.