"I want strategies, I want specific ideas, I want more partnerships."
"Well, I think the absolute bottom line for any agreement or undertaking by the U.S. Government is that it has to be, in our view, in the best interest of the United States."
"I think on Israel, you cannot negotiate with Hamas until it renounces violence, recognizes Israel, and agrees to abide by past agreements."
"The internal conflict within the groups in Somalia is just as intense as it's ever been."
"The goal was to protect against even the appearance of a conflict of interest between his work and the duties of the Secretary of State."
"A strong military is essential for the ultimate protection of our country and our interests."
"Hamas must renounce violence, they must recognize Israel, and they must agree to abide by all previous agreements."
"It is a serious concern that we could see safe havens created again, the chaos that flows from failed states, like Somalia at this moment."
"I think that has been an important contribution to the foreign aid debate by this administration."
"we are going to be stronger if we are better able to promote diplomacy and development, not just rely on our military power."
"the United States wants to be a leader once again, to control arms, particularly with Russia."