The most tragic paradox of our time is to be found in the failure of nation-states to recognize the imperatives of internationalism.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The greatest irony of our era is that nations fail to act together despite the clear need for global cooperation.
- In plain terms
- Countries should work together but often do not.
- What can you take from it?
- Global problems require coordinated international action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can we bridge national and global interests?
Another view
National interests often conflict with international needs.
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