Quotes by Alexander Haig

“As of now, I am in control here in the White House.”

“Thats not a lie, its a terminological inexactitude. Also, a tactical misrepresentation.”

“Then came the hostage crisis during which Carter did nothing to rattle the ayatollahs who hung tough until Ronald Reagan was inaugurated, when they suddenly backed down.”

“Im the only American alive or dead who presided unhappily over the removal of a vice president and a president.”

“I probably carry more scar tissue on my derriere than any other candidate- thats political scar tissue.”

“The world awaits Beijings hosting of the 2008 Olympics, an occasion which will bring into the global spotlight the dramatic advances China is making in enhancing the quality of life for its people.”

“A durable, long-term U.S.-China strategic relationship is even more important now than in previous decades. The relationship will continue to grow and prosper to the mutual benefit of all peoples.”

“If they analyze the situation as thoroughly as they should, Muslims will realize they are the first targets. What are the fundamentalists really after? Simply taking over Islam and then turning its back on modernity.”

You have to look at the history of the Middle East in particular. It has been one of failure and frustration, of feudalism and tribalism.