I don't think the government (of El Salvador) was responsible. The nuns were not just nuns; the nuns were political activists. We ought to be a little more clear-cut about this than we usually are. They were political activists on behalf of the Frente and somebody who is using violence to oppose the Frente killed them.

There is an absolutely fundamental hostility on the part of totalitarian regimes toward religion.

Solidarity was the movement that turned the direction of history, I think.

Americans need to face the truth about themselves, no matter how pleasant it is.

Mr. President, we've taken off our "Kick Me" sign.

Look, I don't even agree with myself at times.

History is a better guide than good intentions.