Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

I have told my sons that they are not under any circumstances to take part in massacres, and that the news of massacres of enemies is not to fill them with satisfaction or glee. I have also told them not to work for companies which make massacre machinery, and to express contempt for people who think we need machinery like that.

I have told my sons that they are not under any circumstance

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This quote emphasizes the value of human life and opposes any form of violence or cruelty. It reflects a parent's guidance to their children, urging them to reject the idea of participating in or supporting massacres. The quote discourages working for companies involved in producing tools or machinery used for killing en masse, as well as promoting a disdainful attitude towards individuals who believe such machinery is necessary. Ultimately, it encourages empathy, compassion, and a refusal to glorify or endorse violence.

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