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Able Quotes

On capability, readiness and what makes action possible.

These quotes touch on being able to act: governments expected to give straight answers, leaders imagined thinking more imaginatively, and allies working to restore the unity needed to act together. For more, see our Being quotes.

The commission members themselves were never briefed on Able Danger.

Quotes by Curt Weldon

Able Danger consisted of approximately 20 direct individuals working for Special Forces in Tampa, Florida. The total amount of people working for Able Danger was 20.

Quotes by Curt Weldon

I thought math, especially when I was younger, is something you either love or hate. I had been blessed to be able to do math and it made me like it.

Quotes by Cris Carter

We have the greatest Hall of all the Halls. And to be able to join these men, on this stage, in football heaven is the greatest day of my life.

Quotes by Cris Carter

I've always tried to have a pretty discerning eye with the roles that I've picked, which is maybe why it seems like I take breaks, but really, they're not breaks. It's just that there's not as much out there as...

Quotes by Cristin Milioti

I've never been able to keep track of an umbrella, but then my dad gave me this fancy umbrella. It was in his car, and I had again lost some awful Duane Reade disaster umbrella. It was my first adult...

Quotes by Cristin Milioti

It's a stereotype that black players are just really fast, but at the end of day I want to be skilled, I want to be technical, I want to have vision and that's what I've always tried to promote in...

Quotes by Crystal Dunn

It's funny to see how people react to the project, to read their thoughts, and I wonder aloud, 'Did they even watch the movie? Did they even get it?' I know we, myself and the entire cast, put a lot...

Quotes by Craig Robinson

Sailing is a big outlet for me. It's one of the key things I've been able to do by commingling science with sailing and my love of the sea. Also, I have several motorcycles, and I like to go on...

Quotes by Craig Venter

Neil and I are most thrilled that we were able to bring musical theatre to the enormous audience that 'The Sound of Music' reached.

Quotes by Craig Zadan

Women are more sensitive, more practical, more intelligent, more balanced, better able to deal with people, better cooks, better parents, better carers, better leaders, and so on and so forth.

Quotes by Craig Brown

If you're in a good relationship, you should be able to say to your girlfriend, 'That girl walking down the street is great.'

Quotes by Craig David

It's like a god-given gift that I've actually been able to go out and sing my songs.

Quotes by Craig David

For any healthy relationship to work, you have to be able have that time to spend with your friends.

Quotes by Craig David

I love music, and I love acting, so if I can just live and be able to do those two things, I can be happy, you know?

Quotes by Craig Horner

It's nice to be able to let the fans know that you're around and say 'Hi.'

Quotes by Courteney Cox

I think it's really cool that someone could have ovaries and the presidency. Growing up, I thought I could never be president because I was black and female. Now I know that's wrong. Within my own lifetime - that's different....

Quotes by Courtney A. Kemp

Every writer should be able to write anything if you do the research and you're sensitive enough to ask the questions.

Quotes by Courtney A. Kemp

It was not something that ever occurred to me, to be able to be in TV. I was very lucky.

Quotes by Courtney A. Kemp

It's one of the roles of a lifetime to be able to play someone like Mr. Cochran who was so influential. People knew about his work in regard to police brutality. He was very much a staple in the community...

Quotes by Courtney B. Vance

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of statements about being "able" appear here?
The quotes cover being able to get clear answers from government, a commander being able to guide the military "into thinking more imaginatively," and nations being able to "take actions collectively together."
Is there a quote about government transparency?
Yes: "We should be able to go to our government and get clear answers," a statement calling for openness and accountability.
Does this page touch on international relations?
Yes: "Europe and America must act together in the face of evil. It's high time for Americans and Europeans to restore that unity and be able to take actions collectively together" makes the case for transatlantic cooperation.
Is there anything here about military leadership?
Yes: "A commander in chief with military experience might be able to prod a conservative military into thinking more imaginatively," suggesting that hands-on experience shapes better leadership. For more reflections on personal qualities, see Being.
Is this page more political than personal?
Yes, these particular quotes lean toward government, military, and international themes rather than personal or romantic reflections. If you're looking for warmer, more personal content, try Love, Life, or Good quotes instead.

You might also like our Good quotes and Love quotes for a broader range of reflective lines.