Well, so be it. Today we only have time for the truth. Battles are won by facts and physics, not self-congratulatory ideology. - Charles E. Gannon

If, fourteen years ago, he had entertained secret hopes of leaving a discernible, enduring mark on the legacy of humankind, he was now fully disabused of them.

So nothing has really changed.
"Sometimes, when your adversary is trying to precipitate dramatic change, stability is the best victory.

And saying that doesn't get you in trouble, does it?
His smile broadened. "Nope. Not a bit." He straightened up, stuck out his hand. "I'm glad I was able to come and give you the inside scoop on—absolutely nothing. And on the people who have absolutely nothing to do with it."
Caine smiled. "Your failure to impart any information has been very illuminating.