Quote by Ronald Reagan

People do not make wars; governments do.

People do not make wars; governments do.

Summary

This quote asserts that wars are not initiated or caused by ordinary people but instead by governments. It highlights the idea that conflicts and wars arise due to the decisions and actions of those in power, rather than being the result of inherent human nature. The quote implies that individuals are not inherently inclined to engage in large-scale violent conflicts, but are often influenced or coerced by the decisions made by the governing bodies that represent them.

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By Ronald Reagan

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