"In a world of complex threats, our security and leadership depends on all elements of our power - including strong and principled diplomacy."

"Fortitude is the quiet voice at eventide saying: I will try once more tomorrow."

"The only limit to human potential is the light of knowledge dispels the darkness of ignorance."

"We've persevered because of a belief we share with the Iraqi people - a belief that out of the ashes of war, a new beginning could be born in this cradle of civilization. Through this remarkable chapter in the history of the United States and Iraq, we have met our responsibility. Now, it's time to turn the page."

"Serious sport has nothing to do with fair play. It is bound up with hatred, jealousy, boastfulness, disregard of all rules and sadistic pleasure in witnessing violence. In other words, it is war minus the shooting."

"I learnt more about politics during one South Dakota dust storm than in seven years at the university."

"To walk the path of enlightenment means a mind at peace can weather any storm."

"The government of the United States is a device for maintaining in perpetuity the rights of the people, with the ultimate extinction of all privileged classes."