Quote by George McGovern

I'm fed up to the ears with old men dreaming up wars for young men to die in.

I'm fed up to the ears with old men dreaming up wars for you

Summary

This quote reflects the frustration and anger towards the cycle of war perpetuated by older generations. The speaker expresses their weariness with the fact that older individuals, who are not actively involved in the frontline, make decisions that result in the loss of young lives. It highlights the disconnect between those promoting war and the individuals actually affected by it, emphasizing the desire to break free from the harmful consequences of these decisions and find alternative solutions to conflicts.

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