...it is true that renewable energy is expensive and can't be done without public sector support, it is an important investment in the future.

Wars such as those which have occurred in Iraq only allow hatred, violence and terror to proliferate

The more equality women have, the fairer, more civilized and tolerant society will be. Sexual equality is a lot more effective against terrorism than military strength.

Democratic power is the only voice most citizens have.

Any peace process after so many years of horror and terror will be long and difficult.

It's true that the war in Iraq opened a distance in relations between part of Europe and the U.S. government, but our basic ties are stronger than that. We share democracy, free markets and a commitment to Western security. We differ on how to guarantee that security.

I said when I came into office that I don't want to be a great leader; I want to be a good democrat.