Chuck Hagel

“We are not the world's policeman.”

“I'm a believer in a big-tent party. We should have a healthy debate.”

“The state of Israel must be able to defend itself, by itself, against any threat.”

“I'm for engagement, but not appeasement.”

“Veterans have paid the price for this country. We owe them more than we can ever repay.”

“To govern is to choose. To appear to be unable to choose is to appear to be unable to govern.”

“Bipartisanship is not a dirty word.”

“I'm not a Republican, I'm a citizen.”

“The world is a very dangerous place, and the United States has a very special role in the world.”

“Alliances are America's greatest strategic asset.”

“The use of military force is a last resort, not a first option.”

“We must not allow ourselves to be defined by our fears.”

“You can't lead from behind.”

“Every person in this room is a leader. You don't have to hold a title to be a leader.”

“You can’t have a strong national security without a strong economy.”