The doctrine of preemption has a long and distinguished history in the history of American foreign policy.

No Western government has ever played the long-term in terms of foreign policy.

The purpose of foreign policy is not to provide an outlet for our own sentiments of hope or indignation; it is to shape real events in a real world.

Of course you are American,' he said, and waived his hand, like waving away the sentiment. 'What other country can throw away money sending its people to live with savages?

I don't much believe in bumper sticker characterizations of foreign policy.

America is harmless as an enemy but treacherous as a friend.