Quote by Thomas Jefferson

In times of peace the people look most to their representatives; but in war, to the executive solely

In times of peace the people look most to their representati

Summary

During times of peace, when there is stability and calm, people rely on their representatives to address their needs and concerns. However, in times of war or conflict, the focus shifts to the executive, the leader or head of government, as decisions need to be made quickly and decisively. The executive branch becomes crucial in providing direction, making strategic choices, and executing military actions to protect the nation. This quote highlights the contrast in the roles and responsibilities of representatives versus the executive during different phases - peace requiring delegation, and war requiring swift leadership.

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