Quote by Gilbert K. Chesterton

A man who says that no patriot should attack the war until it is over... is saying no good son should warn his mother of a cliff until she has fallen.

A man who says that no patriot should attack the war until i

Summary

This quote suggests that criticizing or questioning a war only after it has ended is akin to warning someone of danger only after they had already suffered the consequences. The quote emphasizes the importance of speaking out against war and taking action to prevent harm before it occurs. It criticizes the notion of blind patriotism and encourages individuals to be proactive in challenging wars or policies that they believe to be detrimental.

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War

By Gilbert K. Chesterton

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