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As for dialogue, I think it keeps things moving to cut to the chase.

Dialogue means debates and everyone's point of view.

Good dialogue is very important.

Our words, actions, and diplomatic efforts should be aimed at trying to achieve pragmatic goals rather than creating rhetorical effect.

There comes a time when what is needed is not just rhetoric, but boots on the ground.

Rhetoric is a poor substitute for action, and we have trusted only to rhetoric. If we are really to be a great nation, we must not merely talk; we must act big.

There is a need for more effective dialogue... between the government and the international community.

I am completely in favour of dialogue and engagement. But it must be a true, open dialogue.

We must have our say, not through violence, aggression or fear. We must speak out calmly and forcefully. We shall only be able to enter the new world era if we agree to engage in dialogue with the other side.

I am a plain man, and I care and know comparatively little about rhetoric.