Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 14, 2018
If you want to be safe against radical Islam, you need to be in their backyard so they're not in our backyard.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham advocates for proactive military presence to prevent threats from radical Islam.

Share & report

More from Lindsey Graham

Jun 25, 2025

The real question is, have we obliterated their desire to have a nuclear weapon.

cbsnews.com
Jun 17, 2025

If diplomacy fails, you use force.

cnn.com
Jun 17, 2025

Let’s talk about one thing it’s not. It’s not a window into the soul of South Carolina. It’s not who we are. It’s about this guy [who] has got tons of problems.

thenation.com
Jun 17, 2025

If that means providing bombs, provide bombs.

cbsnews.com

Other voices in this conversation