Jose Maria Aznar Quotes

Because the task of a political leader is to do what he believes is better for his country. Sometimes the public opinion is in favor; sometimes the public opinion needs a little bit more time to understand things.

But, you know, once you’re in government, very often you need to shoulder responsibility. I hope the new Spanish government will think about this and will therefore act accordingly. I really and sincerely hope so.

There are countries that prefer to think that they’re buying comfort at the cost of others, but I don’t think that’s the way you can act in this world. There are no neutral groups.

The only message that terrorists need to get is that they’re going to be beaten.

There are the countries of the north of Europe taking decisions and the countries of the south of Europe that are living under intervention. This division exists.

The alliance should agree… to an effective NATO role against the new threats presented by international terrorism and weapons of mass destruction.