"We’re all dead in the longer term, Oscar." "Mr. President, this really is a dream job that you’re offering me. I recognize its importance, I’m very impressed by your trust. I even think I might have the ability to do it. But before I engage in something that is this—what can I call it? So Benthamite/Machiavellian—I need you to tell me something. I need you to level with me on one issue. Are you in the pay of the Dutch?"