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“In light of 50 years of bondage of Eastern Europe, [invading the Soviet Union in 1948 to prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons] was probably a reasonable thing to do.”

Quote by Condoleezza Rice

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Condoleezza Rice

Condoleezza Rice is a renowned American political scientist and diplomat. She served as the 66th United States Secretary of State from 2005 to 2009 under President George W. Bush. Rice is recognized for her expertise in Russian studies and international relations. She has held various academic positions and has been involved in politics for many years. more

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“Punish France, ignore Germany, and forgive Russia.”

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“Oh, indeed there is a tie between Iraq and what happened on 9/11. It's not that Saddam Hussein was somehow himself and his regime involved in 9/11, but, if you think about what caused 9/11, it is the rise of ideologies of hatred that lead people to drive airplanes into buildings in New York.”

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“When are we going to stop making excuses for the terrorists and saying that somebody is making them do it? No, these are simply evil people who want to kill.”

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“I have no doubt that as the Iraqi security forces get better, and they are getting better and they are holding territory and they are doing these things with minimal help, that we are going to be able to bring down the levels of our forces. And I have no doubt that that's going to happen in a reasonable time frame.”

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“I think the word of the United States has been as good as gold in its international dealings and its agreements.”

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“We have had some bad incidents and there continue to be allegations of others which will be investigated; but overwhelmingly American forces there, putting their lives on the line every day, protecting Iraqis, helping to liberate them, that is appreciated by the Iraqi people and by the Prime Minister.”

People Helping Force Lines Ministers Prime Prime Minister Appreciated Incidents Allegations

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“In any country, if you don't have countervailing institutions, the power of any one president is problematic for democratic development.”

Ifs Country President Development Institutions Democratic

Author:Condoleezza Rice

“I am proud of the decision of this Administration to overthrow Saddam Hussein. I am proud of the liberation of 25 million Iraqis. And I'm proud to see an Iraq that is now emerging with a stronger government, a truly multiethnic, multi-sectarian government that's about to have its second set of elections, that's inviting private investment into Iraq, and that is making peace with its Arab neighbors.”

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“There are no elements so diverse that they cannot be joined in the heart of a man.”

Men Love Heart Elements Diverse

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Source: Three plays

“it is a longstanding principle that sitting national security advisers do not testify before the Congress.”

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Author:Condoleezza Rice