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Jim Leach Quotes

American - Politician | October 15, 1942 -

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

Culture Politics More Humanities Our

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

Optimism Out Little Rule Pessimism

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

Change History Acceleration Hallmark

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

Respect People Civility Sure Willing

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

Important More Humanities Arts Times

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

Promises Country Hard May Cement

Politics has high and low moments. Sometimes it brings out the better angels of our nature; sometimes baser instincts.

Nature Politics Better Moments High

Civility is not simply about manners.

Manners Civility Simply About

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

Business Government People Nation

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.

World Look Security Important Social

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

Together Government Elections Put

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.

Change Plan Drawing Security System

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