Quote by Nelson Mandela
There are many people who feel that it is useless and futile to continue talking about peace and non-violence against a government whose only reply is savage attacks on an unarmed and defenceless people.

Summary
This quote reflects the sentiment that some people believe it is fruitless to advocate for peace and non-violence when a government consistently responds with brutal aggression against a vulnerable population. It suggests that in the face of such ruthless actions, peaceful approaches may appear ineffective and pointless.