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I have very set and consistent principles, but I am flexible on tactics. I like to get the job done.

Madeleine Albright

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Madeleine Albright
Age: 87
Born: 1937
Born: January 1
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Former United States Secretary Of State
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Unfortunately for the Iraqi people, instead of meeting these requirements, for six years, Saddam Hussein has lied, delayed, obstructed and tried to deceive
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What people have the capacity to choose, they have the ability to change.
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I really do think about the fact that every day counts. I believe that every individual counts, and so I believe that every day counts and I try not to waste it.
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For me, being raised in a free America made all the difference.
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I love being a woman and I was not one of these women who rose through professional life by wearing men's clothes or looking masculine. I loved wearing bright colors and being who I am.
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There are a lot of similar aspects in all the religions. The question is which side of it you hold up.
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Hate, emotionalism, and frustration are not policies.
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I consider it my patriotic duty as an ordinary citizen - not as Secretary of State - to ask questions. I think we have to ask ourselves the tough questions.
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the purpose of foreign policy is to persuade others to do what we want or, better yet, to want what we want.
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People are finding it harder and harder to relate to foreign policy.
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I was in Europe and it was at this stage that I fell in love with Americans in uniform. And I continue to have that love affair.
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Even before I went to the UN, I often would want to say something in a meeting - only woman at the table - and I'd think, 'OK well, I don't think I'll say that. It may sound stupid.' And then some man says it, and everybody thinks it's completely brilliant, and you are so mad at yourself for not saying something.
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I loved what I did. I could've been secretary of state for ever.
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