I think that we had a different view of what the 21st century could be like, with much more of a sense, from our perspective, of trying to have an interdependent world: looking at solving regional conflicts, having strength in alliances, operating within some kind of a sense that we were part of the international community and not outside of it.
There are an awful lot of things going on that need understanding and explanation, but - to put it mildly - the world is a mess.
My deepest regret from my years in public service is the failure of the United States and the international community to act sooner to halt these crimes.
Follow AzQuotes on Facebook, Twitter and Google+. Every day we present the best quotes! Improve yourself, find your inspiration, share with friends
or simply: