Eisenhower: “The interests and activities of the different levels of government now impinge on each other at innumerable points, even…”

I would say this: it should not be an issue.

If there is one thing we want--I mean the United States wants--it is good, loyal friends, inspired by the same ideals of human dignity and decency that we ourselves cherish.

We must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex.

You are representing America, and you are not doing it in the style that is described in very exaggerated fashion in 'The Ugly American.'