Quote by Lily Tomlin

I guess if people couldn't profit from war I don't think there would be war.

I guess if people couldn't profit from war I don't think the

Summary

This quote suggests that a major driving force behind the occurrence of wars is the potential for financial gain. It implies that if individuals and entities did not stand to profit from engaging in warfare, conflicts may be less likely to arise. This explanation implies a cynical view on the motivations behind wars, suggesting that financial interests supersede other factors such as ideology or genuine necessity.

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By Lily Tomlin

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