Quote by Joan Baez

If it's natural to kill, how come men have to go into training to learn how?

If it's natural to kill, how come men have to go into traini

Summary

This quote challenges the notion that killing is an inherent ability or instinct in human beings. It questions why men need to undergo formal training to acquire the skills of killing if it were a natural behavior. By highlighting the requirement for training, the quote suggests that killing is a learned behavior and not an inherent trait. It invites reflection on the complex relationship between violence, human nature, and the role of societal influences in shaping our behaviors.

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