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The American people should not wonder where their military leaders draw the line between military advice and political preference. And our nation's soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines should not wonder about the political leanings and motivations of their leaders.

From Martin Dempsey

Sometimes we wait for thunderclaps, drumrolls, and clarion calls to alert us to what's important when, actually, it's most often the subtle and persistent signals around us that make the most difference.

From Martin Dempsey

In my 39 years in the military, I have learned that you are not a profession just because you say you are. You have to earn it and re-earn it and re-evaluate it from time to time.

From Martin Dempsey

Relieving the risk of a nuclear conflict with Iran diplomatically is superior than trying to do that militarily.

From Martin Dempsey

I graduated from West Point in 1974. It was an all-male institution. I went back to teach at West Point in 1984 and found the place far better than it was when I had been a cadet... I attributed a good amount of that to the fact that we opened up the academy to women.

From Martin Dempsey

The more we can treat people equally, the more likely they are to treat each other equally.

From Martin Dempsey

ISIL is inspiring groups that already exist to rebrand themselves, but in rebranding themselves into a more radical ideology. That's what makes it dangerous.

From Martin Dempsey

The America I know is trusted, sometimes guardedly, but among those who aspire to improve the lives of their citizens, among those who feel vulnerable, and among those who want an equal voice in a partnership, we remain the partner of choice. The America I know leads, sometimes cautiously, but always ethically.

From Martin Dempsey

America is the world's engine but also its conscience. We are the petri dish of diversity and inclusiveness.

From Martin Dempsey

History will find some of you but not all of you. Because you can't know which of you will make history, you must do your best to be ready.

From Martin Dempsey

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