The war we have to wage today has only one goal and that is to make the world safe for diversity.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The current conflict aims to protect variety in cultures and peoples.
- In plain terms
- We fight to keep different kinds of people safe.
- What can you take from it?
- Protection of diversity is a primary goal of modern conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does safety for diversity require?
- Who defines diversity?
Another view
The quote assumes diversity is universally desired by all parties.
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