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The hallmark of our times is change and acceleration, but we have to provide the history.

When I look at Social Security, I consider it the most important social program in the United States, arguably the most successful program in the world.

Jim Leach

It is hard to cement any relations with any country based on promises that may not be deliverable.

Jim Leach

Our culture is more shaped by the arts and humanities than it often is by politics.

Jim Leach

Public decision-making does not lend itself to certitude.

Jim Leach

Drawing on President Bush's reform plan, which would allow citizens to transfer part of their Social Security contributions into personal accounts, an alteration of the current system is needed to make necessary change.

Jim Leach

I have a long-term interest in the humanities.

Jim Leach

America somehow thinks that leadership relates to governance, and it certainly does. But society is much bigger than governance, and some of the truly great leadership of our society is outside the governance arena.

Jim Leach

The hallmark of our times is change and acceleration, but we have to provide the history.

Jim Leach

There's probably a little greater case for pessimism than optimism. But I do not rule out optimism.

Jim Leach

Iraqis have held elections and have recently put together their government, all encouraging developments.

Jim Leach

The arts and humanities are vastly more important in troubled times.

Jim Leach

Civility is not about dousing strongly held views. It's about making sure that people are willing to respect other perspectives.

Jim Leach

A government of, by and for the people is obligated to conduct the nation's business in a manner that respects dissent.

Jim Leach