The real distinction is between those who adapt their purposes to reality and those who seek to mold reality in the light of their purposes.
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On the one hand we want the Soviets to think that the situation might get out of hand, while on the other hand we want to persuade them not to let it get out of hand. The Soviets might stop without a major nuclear exchange. I don't believe they have an unlimited urge to escalate. I think they will be looking for excuses not to escalate.Henry A. Kissinger
The Indians are master-psychologists. They know they have to deal with us because they are literally now in worse shape than ever.
Henry A. Kissinger
The security of Israel is a moral imperative for all free peoples.
Henry A. Kissinger
The absence of alternatives clears the mind marvelously.
Henry A. Kissinger
Just as the Israelis have to do things that are very painful to them which have been spelled out in detail and forcefully by the president, the Arab states have to state that suicide bombing is not an appropriate means of achieving Arab objectives,
Henry A. Kissinger
In relations with many domestically weak countries, a radio transmitter can be a more effective for form of pressure than a squadron of B-52's.
Henry A. Kissinger
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