I do not want to end up with an American style of politics, with us going out there beating our chest about our faith. Politics and religion - it is not that they do not have a lot in common, but if [religion] ends up being used in the political process, I think that is a bit unhealthy.

People always think American politics is very different, but usually it is a predictor of what happens in the politics elsewhere.

Stirring is OK. It just depends what happens in the end.

Our new world rests on order. The danger is disorder. And in today's world, it can now spread like contagion.

When I started out as Prime Minister I wanted to please all the people all the time. By the end I was wondering if I pleased any of the people any of the time.

Surely we have the wit and will to develop economically without despoiling the very environment we depend upon

I think most people who have dealt with me think I'm a pretty straight sort of guy, and I am.