Our predecessors understood that the ties that bind America are far stronger than disagreements over any particular policy and far more durable and profound than any party affiliation.

The difference between humans and other mammals is that we know how to accessorize.

I have very set and consistent principles, but I am flexible on tactics. I like to get the job done.

We must help women in every society to have their voices heard.

I think that there is never an indispensable leader, you know? I think that there is a time with dignity that one needs to leave.

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.

We are very hip on the fact that America's always No. 1. On this we are not, in terms of the number of women in our legislative branches and obviously as head of state. We need to push on that. I hate to say this: It isn't all men's fault. I think some of it is our own attitude and approach. Some of it very healthy, that women want to make choices about their lives and how they want to spend their time, and what they value.