Of course, in principle, they're against it. We are the ones that keep asking them what they think about it. I think their basic concern is a land-based missile defense of Taiwan hooked into the American communications and other systems, which in effect would make Taiwan then an outpost of the United States. That is a concern they frequently express. A missile defense shield of the United States, while they may not like it, it is not a big obstacle to our relationship.

If it's going to come out eventually, better have it come out immediately.

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

To be an enemy of America can be dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal

What political leaders decide, intelligence services tend to seek to justify.

In the hands of a determined Secretary, the Foreign Service can be a splendid instrument, staffed by knowledgeable, discreet, and energetic individuals. They do require constant vigilance lest the convictions that led them into a penurious career tempt them to preempt decision-making.

We are not just any nation.