Confidentiality and transparency are not mutually exclusive, but rather two sides of the same coin.

One should never send soldiers on a mission based on just good will and good intent. Unfortunately, that can mean one has to stand by and watch human rights abuses take place.

Showing strength is different than showing muscle.

Security matters should not be entrusted to people who make decisions without weighing things up.

Service disruptions have to be avoided or at least resolved as quickly as possible. When the Internet goes down, consumers don't notice the difference between a technical malfunction, an act of sabotage by hackers or a military attack.

From my perspective, the state has to assume responsibility for the integrity of international communications.

I am a politician, but I am also a Christian.