The Gorbachev period is conceived as an abandonment of historic Russian positions. So this is the framework, in my view, in which Putin operates.

I go out with actresses because I'm not apt to marry one.

I believe in freedom of expression, and I believe that societies thrive when they permit freedom of expression.

A leader does not deserve the name unless he is willing occasionally to stand alone.

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

In a nuclear war, even if one side were to come out ahead by systems analytical standards, both sides would be so weakened, that it would - they would be in the position of Europe after the two World Wars.

In the current [Carter] administration, who can use the White House swimming pool and tennis courts is decided at the very highest level. President Ford did not bother himself with such minor details. He let me swim in the pool. He only got upset when I tried to walk across the water.