I believe that detente was having almost the opposite effect of what was intended. What was intended was to sort of end the contest for power and to stop Soviet expansion, especially by military means and the military build-up, the military contest
Jeane KirkpatrickAnd I have no doubt that the American people generally believe the world is safer, and that we are safer, when we are stronger
Jeane KirkpatrickMaturity is when we live by the truths that are in our heart and soul, truths we believe to be right for us.
Jeane KirkpatrickTyranny and anarchy are alike incompatible with freedom, security, and the enjoyment of opportunity.
Jeane Kirkpatrick