Quotes By Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
It's true that the war in Iraq opened a distance in relations between part of Europe and the U.S. government, but our basic ties are stronger than that. We share democracy, free markets and a commitment to Western security. We differ on how to guarantee that security.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
Any peace process after so many years of horror and terror will be long and difficult.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
Spaniards have always shown great maturity and great common sense when it comes to voting.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
I said when I came into office that I don't want to be a great leader; I want to be a good democrat.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
Maybe John Kerry does not know - but I am happy to explain it to him - that my commitment to withdraw the troops goes back before the tragic, dramatic terrorist attack.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
No Spanish government has given into terror and no government will do that.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
Markets are very important but for the government the citizens are more so.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
Wars such as those which have occurred in Iraq only allow hatred, violence and terror to proliferate.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
The economic, social and cultural progress of a nation depends on citizens counting for more and having more rights.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
The more equality women have, the fairer, more civilized and tolerant society will be. Sexual equality is a lot more effective against terrorism than military strength.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
The risk of a terrorist victory is greater when in fighting terror, democracy betrays its own essence.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero
I want to increase our spending on research and development by 25%. That's something the U.S. does very well. That dynamism alongside a welfare state in the European community - that's the synthesis I want to achieve.
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero