Louis Freeh

“We cannot and will not allow the FBI to become a political organization.”

“The FBI's priority has been and will continue to be the protection of the American people.”

“We have seen a significant increase in the number of violent crimes committed by gangs, especially in our urban areas.”

“Every FBI agent is a walking billboard for the FBI. And if you have a knucklehead, he's a knucklehead in a suit and a tie, and he's a walking billboard.”

“The Olympics are a target for terrorists, and we are an easy target for them.”

“The rule of law is the basis for any democracy.”

“Terrorism has replaced rogue regimes and conventional military conflict as the most urgent national security threat to our country.”

“There is no substitute for integrity.”

“We have to have a system of justice that is not only fair, but is seen to be fair by all.”

“I think one of the most important things for a leader is to be a good listener.”