Amidst all the clutter, beyond all the obstacles, aside from all the static, are the goals set. Put your head down, do the best job possible, let the flak pass, and work towards those goals. – Donald Rumsfeld
Be yourself. Follow your instincts. Success depends, at least in part, on the ability to carry it off. – Donald Rumsfeld
The Federal Government should be the last resort, not the first. Ask if a potential program is truly a federal responsibility or whether it can better be handled privately, by voluntary organizations, or by local or state governments. – Donald Rumsfeld
Leave the Presidents family business to him. You will have plenty to do without trying to manage the First Family. They are likely to do fine without your help. – Donald Rumsfeld