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About this quote

What does it mean?
Relying on weapons for national security is an illusion in modern warfare.
In plain terms
Armies do not guarantee safety anymore.
What can you take from it?
Security comes from diplomacy, not arms.

Where it applies

  • policy-making
  • international relations
  • activism

Putting it to work

  • advocate disarmament
  • support diplomacy

Questions to consider

  • Can true security exist without weapons?
  • What creates lasting peace?

Another view

Some argue defense is still necessary against aggressors.

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