On the one hand he's saying the United States has no intent - no hostile intent - against Iran.

NPR: Juan Williams on Interviewing President Bush

So when I visited China I made it absolutely clear that the United States does not view China with hostile intent and that we can cooperate and compete simultaneously.

WHITEHOUSE: The White House

But it was the intent of "purposely violating" the dignity of an individual by acting in a "hostile and intimidating manner towards them" that set racism apart from inoffensive banter.

BBC: Racist graffiti