Let us not be blind to our differences-but let us also direct attention to our common interests and to the means by which those differences can be resolved. And if we cannot end our differences, at least we can help make the world safe for diversity. For, in the final analysis, our most common link is that we all inhabit this small planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children's future. And we are all mortal.

The ancient Greek definition of happiness was the full use of your powers along lines of excellence.

Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.

Foreign aid is a method by which the United States maintains a position of influence and control around the world

If we are to go only halfway or reduce our sights in the face of difficulty... it would be better to not go at all.

So let us begin anew - remembering on both sides that civility is not a sign of weakness, and sincerity is always subject to proof

Let us welcome controversial books and controversial authors.