We will always apply the same principles of collective security, prudent caution, and superior weaponry that enabled us to peacefully prevail in the long cold war against the Soviet Union.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
We will strengthen our security by building missile defense, restoring our military might, and standing by and strengthening our intelligence officers.
We have to make sure that we are a force for peace and stability in the world, and that we're prepared to defend freedom and the security of the American people.
The United States will do whatever we have to do to protect our forces.
We will never abdicate the security of the United States to a foreign country or refrain from taking action when appropriate. But we cannot ignore the reality that cooperative counterterrorism activities are a key to our national defense.
The decision to use military force should always be one made with the utmost caution, with U.S. interests at stake, and with the consent of Congress.
And we ask the American people to play an important part of our layered defense. We ask for cooperation, patience and a commitment to vigilance in the face of a determined enemy.
As the Cold War melts into history, our first concern should be the preservation and extension of human rights and democracy.
In a world of complex threats, our security and leadership depends on all elements of our power - including strong and principled diplomacy.
I believe we should use all means necessary to prevent the acquisition or fabrication of nuclear weapons by countries or groups hostile to the U. S. We should act in concert with our allies who are similarly working to protect their countries.
We are at war, and our security as a nation depends on winning that war.