Compassion and empathy are essential qualities of effective leadership.

I believe that together we can realize the potential that's on our shoulders.

I'm going to try to do a good job, because you have confidence in me.

I will talk to him directly.

He exemplified every attribute of what a public servant should be.

I am determined to maintain our Nation's leadership role in science and technology.

His greatest personal attribute was that he really knew how to love.

At critical times in our history, the United States has been blessed by great people who, just by being themselves, give us a vision of what we are at our best and of what we might become.

Your leadership of the Federal Reserve over the past eight years occurred at a time when our nation, and others around the world, were forced to grapple with economic problems of extraordinary complexity.

Our country has been fortunate to have a person of your experience and knowledge at the helm of the central bank during this difficult period.

It was a mistake on my part.

We know that the mark of greatness among leaders is to consider carefully the views of others and the greater benefits that can result among the people of all nations which can come from a successful search for peace.

It is an honor and a pleasure for us to be in this great country, led by such a strong and courageous man.

Iran, because of the great leadership of the Shah, is an island of stability in one of the more troubled areas of the world.

I would like to offer a toast at this time to the great leaders of Iran, the Shah and the Shahbanou and to the people of Iran and to the world peace that we hope together we can help to bring.

First Secretary Gierek said that he would give his own personal attention to alleviating this problem.

Leadership is about inspiring others to work towards a common goal with dedication and integrity.

True leadership involves making decisions that are guided by principle and compassion.