Inspirational Quotes
Words to motivate, inspire, and guide you.
TruceDiplomacyStrategy When envoys are sent with compliments in their mouths, it is a sign that the enemy wishes for a truce.
DiplomacyPeaceReconciliationConflict We have practiced diplomacy since the very beginning of the nation. Sometimes it has not worked, and we've had to go to war. I always believe you should try to find peace and reconciliation before conflict. That has been the approach I've taken.
DiplomacyInternational RelationsDemocracyProgress Fifty years of isolating Cuba had failed to promote democracy, setting us back in Latin America. That's why we restored diplomatic relations, opened the door to travel and commerce, and positioned ourselves to improve the lives of the Cuban people.
CooperationDiplomacyPartnership China and the U.S. need each other very badly. Yes, we should argue about some things, but it's not an 'us versus them,' it's an 'us and them' type scenario.
DiplomacyCommercePolitical Relations The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.
SecurityLeadershipPowerDiplomacy In a world of complex threats, our security and leadership depends on all elements of our power - including strong and principled diplomacy.
DiplomacyValueInvestmentNational Identity Our diplomacy and development budget is not just about reducing spending and finding efficiencies. We need a frank conversation about what we stand for as that 'shining city on a hill.' And that conversation begins by acknowledging that we can't do it on the cheap.
