Leo and Bartlet in “The Birnam Wood”

I can't support this decision. For a short period, we may be welcome. But what happens when we have to start kicking in doors? Declare martial law? Enforce curfews --

Once they establish a rule of law, and their economy settles down, they'll be quiet --

This isn't a romp in the desert! You're committing American lives to something that may go on for decades!

[angrily, nearly shouting] How are we not involved now-- [suddenly goes quiet, looking back at the house, then, quieter, shaking his head] We can't keep having this argument.

No, sir, we can't. If my counsel is no longer of use to you, perhaps–

So, if I disagree with your advice, you have to threaten me?

This is your own League of Nations, and it will ruin you like it ruined Wilson.

Okay. I'll need your successor in place before you leave.