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The first requirement of a statesman is that he be dull. This is n

The first requirement of a statesman is that he be dull. This is not always easy to achieve. – Dean Acheson

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The most important aspect of the relationship between the president and the secretary of state is that they both understand who is president. – Dean Acheson

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But I think Steves main contribution besides just the pure leadership is his passion for excellence. Hes a perfectionist. Good enough isnt good enough. And also his creative spirit. You know he really, really wants to do something great. – Andy Hertzfeld

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