Bill Clinton actually said...

I believe we have an obligation to determine the feasibility, the effectiveness, and the impact of a national missile defense on the overall...

I strongly believe this is the best course for the United States, and therefore the decision I have reached today is in the best security in...

The principle of deterrence served us very well in the cold war, and deterrence remains imperative.

North Korea's capability remains a serious issue, and its intentions remain unclear.