But Mr. Prime Minister, we are only asking for restraint.

We are concerned about what seems to be preparations for a nuclear attack, Mr. Prime Minister.

"Are you making a threat or a speech, Mr. Prime Minister?"

This, Mr. Prime Minister, is a single and final communication.

"What about all the things you promised, Mr. Prime Minister?"

"Strictly off the record, if that is your desire, Mr. Prime Minister."

Mr. Prime Minister, bureaucracies are large, and sometimes not perfectly manageable.

Mr. Prime Minister, I apologize for keeping you on hold so long.

"Mr. Prime Minister, speaking for myself, I am very pleased to answer your invitation."

Mr. Prime Minister, I can't bring myself to address finance ministries about literature.