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"The better part of valor is discretion." - William Shakespeare, "Henry IV"

"The better part of valor is discretion." - William Shakespeare, "Henry IV"

In the ever-evolving world of international politics, the timeless wisdom of Shakespeare continues to resonate, reminding leaders and diplomats that sometimes, the better part of valor is indeed discretion
Jamie Johnson 17 Aug 2025
"If you treat people right they will treat you right" - 90% of the time. -- Franklin D. Roosevelt

"If you treat people right they will treat you right" - 90% of the time. -- Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Jamie Johnson 13 Aug 2025
"A real diplomat is one who can cut his neighbor's throat without having his neighbor notice it." - Trygve Lie

"A real diplomat is one who can cut his neighbor's throat without having his neighbor notice it." - Trygve Lie

In the annals of diplomacy, few quotes encapsulate the nuanced art of statecraft as vividly as the one attributed to Trygve Lie, the Norwegian politician and first Secretary-General of the United Nations
Jamie Johnson 28 Jul 2025
"There cannot be a crisis next week. My schedule is already full." - Henry Kissinger

"There cannot be a crisis next week. My schedule is already full." - Henry Kissinger

While diplomacy requires unwavering commitment and long-term vision, even the most dedicated statesman needs to schedule time for self-care and personal pursuits
Jamie Johnson 22 Jul 2025
You love peace.

You love peace.

World leaders gathered at the United Nations headquarters in New York yesterday for a historic summit aimed at promoting peace and stability worldwide
Jamie Johnson 22 Jun 2025
Things to think on.