A truly new world order cannot just ape the old world order. A more complicated international economic system is evolving, and America will play, as has been amply demonstrated, its rightful, proper and, if necessary, courageous role. But no long-term global role for the United States will be viable if we do not strengthen our home base, our industries, our productivity, our infrastructure, and our human resources.
Speaking on America's role after the end of the Persian Gulf campaign.
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