John McCain

“ When life is no longer as nasty, brutish and harsh, it is my hope that the people of Somalia will be able to solve the fundamental problems of their society.
Whether it is in Kurdistan, Bangladesh or Panama, American servicemen and women have conducted themselves in the most proficient and upright manner. I am certain that with the support of the American people they will acquit themselves admirably in their effort to bring relief to the people of Somalia. ”

“ The tragedy of Somalia has arisen from a combination of bad government, Marxism, and war. There should be no doubt that the only viable long-term solution to the situation in Somalia is to expand political and economic freedom throughout East Africa.
The long term political and economic problems are matters that only Somalia can solve. We cannot build a viable government or economy for Somalia. We cannot settle the civil war that is raging in that tragic country. ”