Power is nothing unless you can turn it into influence.
CONDOLEEZZA RICEPrejudice and bigotry are brought down…by the sheer force of determination of individuals to succeed and the refusal of a human being to let prejudice define the parameters of the possible.
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We’re in a new world. We’re in a world in which the possibility of terrorism, married up with technology, could make us very, very sorry that we didn’t act.
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I hope that all of us who were fortunate enough to have benefited will put our time, our resources and our efforts into making sure that kids, particularly kids without means, have a way to achieve.
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There is nothing better than being in a classroom with really, really brilliant students, and opening up new worlds to them. That’s what I love doing.
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You might not be able to control your circumstances but you can control your response to your circumstances.
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I laugh almost everyday. I have a good sense of humor, so I’m always finding something funny.
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The best armor against everything around you is to be well educated, to work hard, to be twice as good as if you had to be, to do languages and culture better.
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The quicker we get about the business of reducing our reliance on oil the better.
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Separation of powers is a problem for foreign policy.
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There’s no greater challenge and there is no greater honor than to be in public service.
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Education is of no value and talent is worthless – unless you have an unwavering aim. Never find yourself without a compass.
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As secretary of state it’s been an enormous honor to represent this great country that I love so much – I have really seen that our great strengths are in the ability of people to reach their potential here.
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I think the word of the United States has been as good as gold in its international dealings and its agreements.
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Human beings are not perfect. Their institutions are not perfect, but they have to keep trying. And America has to help people keep trying.
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Differences can be strength rather than a handicap.
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The essence of America – that which really unites us – is not ethnicity, or nationality or religion – it is an idea – and what an idea it is: That you can come from humble circumstances and do great things.
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