We're going to be OK because of the American people. They have more grit, determination and courage than you can imagine.

I believe the American people have a genuine and justifiable fear of government intrusion in what they instinctively know is going to be an ever more intrusive world.

I used to say to my late wife, 'I have great faith in the American people.'

The devastating punch we took on September 11th still reverberates throughout American society.

The 21st century is going to be the American century. Because we lead not only by the example of our power, but by the power of our example. That is the history of the journey of America.

Other than being crazy enough to press a button, there is nothing that Putin can do militarily to fundamentally alter American interests.