The statesman's duty is to bridge the gap between his nation's experience and his vision.

I think that his [Obama's] task will be to develop an overall strategy for America in this period, when really a New World Order can be created.

The enemies you make by taking a decided stand generally have more respect for you than the friends you make by being on the fence

Moderation is a virtue only in those who are thought to have an alternative.

Well, he keeps saying that, and as defense secretary, of course he has to think of a lot of potential enemies. I do not think it's a wise course to articulate this or to base our policy on it. And I do not see under modern circumstances what we would be fighting about.

The US must carry out some act somewhere in the world which shows its determination to continue to be a world power.

The conventional army loses if it does not win. The guerrilla wins if he does not lose.