People didn't think that a woman could be the Secretary of State, when my name was out there...but then the Arab Ambassadors at the UN said 'We have no problem dealing with Ambassador Albright, and we would have no problem dealing with Secretary Albright.'

I loved being Secretary of State, that's probably evident to everyone who watched me.

I can't see democracy occurring by force - after an Iraqi war, because of the fallout from that.

People are finding it harder and harder to relate to foreign policy.

I felt that America's duty was not to try to do everything itself, but to foster a sense of commitment that would bring out the best in every country.

I've never been to New Zealand before. But one of my role models, Xena, the warrior princess, comes from there.

Embrace the faith that every challenge surmounted by your energy; every problem solved by your wisdom; every soul stirred by your passion; and every barrier to justice brought down by your determination will ennoble your life, inspire others, serve your country, and explode outward the boundaries of what is achievable on this earth.