(en) Josh Gerstein (30. november 2010): Gates shrugs off WikiLeaks cable dump. Politico. «"The fact is, governments deal with the United States because it's in their interest, not because they like us, not because they trust us, and not because they believe we can keep secrets." "Is this embarrassing? Yes. Is it awkward? Yes," Gates continued. "Consequences for U.S. foreign policy? I think fairly modest."»