In retrospect, all revolutions seem inevitable. Beforehand, all revolutions seem impossible.

In the short run, the big windfall winners ... have been the Islamists.

Russians don't want to fight ISIS in Syria. They want to leave that to us. Aside from that, I don't know what are the objectives that Mr. Trump seeks in having a good relationship with Mr. Putin.

Having a good relationship with Russia is a good thing, not a bad thing. Only stupid people or fools would think it was bad.

I think something that's really understudied and misunderstood is the use of information.

We can deal with Russia on counterterrorism. We have and I think we are right now. That's easy.

Genuine faith comes forth from the iron smelter of affliction.

To be capable of steady friendship or lasting love are the two greatest proofs not only of goodness of heart but of strength of mind.

I define success as being comfortable with yourself and your life. And that is about as good as it gets, really.

I know my soul is beautiful I know I'm a good person. And that will never change for me.

I have loved eight women in my life. I remember every woman's face.

There's no perfect [date]. There's no agenda which has to be fulfilled. So really it's about the company and how well you get along.

Courtesy towards opponents and eagerness to understand their view-point is the ABC of non-violence.

Take your materials from what is around you - if you see a dandelion, write about that; if it's misty, write about the mist. The materials for poetry are all about you in profusion.

The White House is one of the few places in downtown Washington where you can get something to eat after 11 o'clock at night.