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First rule of politics: you cant win unless youre on the ballot. Second rule: If you run, you may lose. And, if you tie, you do not win. – Donald Rumsfeld

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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

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Congress, the press, and the bureaucracy too often focus on how much money or effort is spent, rather than whether the money or effort actually achieves the announced goal. – Donald Rumsfeld

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Presidential leadership neednt always cost money. Look for low- and no-cost options. They can be surprisingly effective. – Donald Rumsfeld

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