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Regime Quotes

Words on power and government

These quotes look at how regimes are judged by the wider Community of nations, from authoritarian rule to counter-terrorism policy.

I want a counter-terrorism regime that is proportionate, focused and transparent.

Quotes by Theresa May

We are not and will never be an authoritarian regime.

Quotes by Ted Lieu

I have a lot of enemies: extremists and the Syrian regime.

Quotes by Saad Hariri

So that in 1974, when I graduated as a lawyer, I figured I'm not going to be a lawyer under a military regime.

Quotes by Ruben Blades

Accept Quotes

ISIS is in many ways a creation of the Syrian regime.

Quotes by Richard Engel

The international community is unwilling to accept the policies of the Iranian regime.

Quotes by Moshe Katsav

For 73 years a totalitarian regime ruled the country. Totalitarian regime.

Quotes by Aleksandr Lebed

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these regime quotes focus on?
They gather perspectives on political regimes, from concerns about authoritarian rule to calls for proportionate counter-terrorism policy, as expressed by public figures discussing world affairs.
Do the quotes mention specific regimes?
Yes, a few reference real-world examples such as the Iranian and Syrian governments in the context of international relations and security, presented as attributed opinions rather than this site's own stance.
Are these quotes critical of authoritarian governments?
Some speakers explicitly reject the authoritarian label for their own governments, while others describe regimes they oppose as extremist or repressive, so the page reflects a range of viewpoints.
What is a counter-terrorism regime according to these quotes?
One quote describes an ideal counter-terrorism approach as proportionate, focused, and transparent, suggesting oversight and restraint matter even when tackling extremism.
Who is likely to enjoy this quotes page?
Readers interested in politics and international affairs, and how the global Community reacts to different forms of government, will find this collection relevant.

Other quotes here weigh whether a government is truly Authoritarian or simply exercising necessary authority in troubled times.