Quote by Karl Liebknecht

For capitalism, war and peace are business and nothing but business.

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Summary

This quote suggests that in the context of capitalism, the concepts of war and peace are solely viewed through the lens of profit-making and economic gains. It implies that capitalist systems prioritize economic interests above any moral or ethical considerations related to conflict and peace-building. This perspective implies that corporations and industries often exploit opportunities created by conflict for their financial benefit, emphasizing the tendency for capitalism to prioritize self-interest over broader societal well-being and stability.

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Peace

By Karl Liebknecht

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