Karen Hughes

“We have to be very careful that we don't alienate the people we are trying to win over.”

“In a world of sound bites, there's no substitute for substance.”

“I think the American people want to see problems solved, and they don't care if you're a Republican or a Democrat.”

“Sometimes, the best thing you can do is not talk.”

“I think it's very important to not be afraid to fail.”

“I'm a working mother... I've learned that you can't have it all, but you can have what's important to you.”

“Communications is a two-way street. It's not just about telling your story, it's about listening to others.”

“My job is to tell the president what I think. It's his job to decide.”

“You can disagree without being disagreeable.”

“Public diplomacy is a long-term investment. It's not about winning a news cycle, it's about building relationships.”

“I learned that you have to be your own advocate. You have to speak up for what you believe in.”