Jim Leach Quotations

I think America is going to have to think through whether it wants to uplift the political dialogue or advance an approach that divides and, frankly, can lead to violence.

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

I have a long-term interest in the humanities.

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

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.

I am appalled by the notion of cultural wars.

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

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.

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

Civility is not simply about manners.