But the truth of the matter is, we’re an open society, we want to remain an open society, and there will continue to be vulnerability. That’s why we have to meet the threats when they are not yet taking place on our territory and on our soil.
CONDOLEEZZA RICEAs 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.
More Condoleezza Rice Quotes
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Great leaders never accept the world as it was and always work for the world as it should be.
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I think America is still a bright, shining city on the hill – not because we’re perfect but because we struggle in our imperfections every day.
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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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In America, with education and hard work, it really does not matter where you came from; it matters only where you are going.
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Separation of powers is a problem for foreign policy.
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Defeating human trafficking is a great moral calling of our time.
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People want to psychoanalyze me, but the fact is, I’m not that complicated. I’m pretty straightforward. And I’m not all that self-reflective, because I tend to be a doer.
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Differences can be strength rather than a handicap.
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Truly remarkable leadership is not just about motivating others to follow, it’s about inspiring them to become leaders themselves and setting the stage for even greater opportunities for future generations.
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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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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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Leading in a complex world means recognizing the simple things you can do to make things better.
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The quicker we get about the business of reducing our reliance on oil the better.
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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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Self esteem comes from achievements. Not from lax standards and false praise.
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