Quote by William S. Burroughs

Intelligence and war are games, perhaps the only meaningful games left. If any player becomes too proficient, the game is threatened with termination.

Intelligence and war are games, perhaps the only meaningful

Summary

This quote suggests that intelligence and war can be seen as games, and perhaps the only significant ones remaining. It implies that intelligence and war involve strategy, skill, and competition. However, if one player becomes too skilled or dominant, it poses a risk to the continuation of the game. This could imply that maintaining a delicate balance of power is crucial to sustaining meaningful engagement in intelligence and warfare.

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Gambling (gaming)

By William S. Burroughs

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