I think everyone now recognizes that we cannot continue on the past course.

The United States remains of the view that it would be a good idea to move ahead as a signal of the determination of the Security Council.

The big issue is, should we do all these things: Should we cut spending; should we raise revenues; should we increase investment?

I don't see that we're on the verge of a trade war.

Let me give you one other example.

I think the important thing for the discussions tomorrow is for the two Presidents to have a full review of where we are on these various issues.

We have to reject trickle-down economics, and we have to reject tax-and-spend economics.

This plan calls for cutting $300 million in earmarked small business loans.

I'm prepared to take responsibility.

We share an interest in support of democracy and economic reform in Russia.

We need a partnership, and it has to begin with making sure the people of this country can compete and win in the global economy.

I look forward to being one again someday.

Imagine it!

Those discussions, those consultations will be definitely at a different level, right.

I hope you'll join me in this call for a new direction.

The United States shouldn't let you down.

I urge all Americans to participate in the observance by making eye care and eye safety an important part of their lives.

I have no reason to question this statement by Mr. Gerson or his explicit assurance that political considerations played no role in his decision.