I think, in the longer view of things, there is a very powerful pull in the direction of participatory government.

I think that all countries that participate in multilateral institutions see the institutions as a way of advancing what they view as their national interests and they see in many cases multi-lateral institution as the best way to do that.

I think all foreigners should stop interfering in the internal affairs of Iraq. Those who want to come and help are welcome. Those who come to interfere and destroy are not.

Public action should seek to expand the set of opportunities of those who have the least voice and fewest resources and capabilities.

It's a very bad thing when people exterminate other people, and people persecute minorities.