I think, broadly speaking, the US military's role - US military activism in various parts of the Islamic world over the past several decades has been counterproductive.
James MattisDemonstrate to the world there is "No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy" than a U.S. Marine.
James MattisThere are hunters and there are victims. By your discipline...you will decide if you are a hunter or a victim.
James MattisI can't imagine that I would be asked that by the president-elect [Donald Trump], or then-president [Barack Obama]. But it's - I'm very clear. I voted for the change that put the Army Field Manual in place as a member of Congress. I understand that law very, very quickly and am also deeply aware that any changes to that will come through Congress and the president.
James Mattis