Quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower

If men can develop weapons that are so terrifying as to make the thought of global war include almost a sentence for suicide, you would think that man's intelligence and his comprehension... would include also his ability to find a peaceful solution.

If men can develop weapons that are so terrifying as to make

Summary

This quote highlights the paradox of human intelligence. It suggests that if humans possess the capability to create such devastating weapons that could potentially lead to global destruction, it is reasonable to expect that the same intellect and understanding would enable them to find peaceful alternatives. It questions why, despite having the capacity for great innovation and problem-solving, humanity often fails to utilize these abilities to prevent conflict and opt for peaceful resolution instead.

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By Dwight D. Eisenhower

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