Quote by Winston Churchill

Politics are very much like war. We may even have to use poison gas at times.

Politics are very much like war. We may even have to use poi

Summary

This quote suggests that politics and war have similar characteristics, implying that sometimes political strategies and tactics may resemble the ruthlessness and desperation observed in warfare. The mention of "poison gas" symbolizes the extreme measures that politicians may resort to in order to achieve their goals. However, it is worth noting that this quote may also be interpreted as an exaggeration or metaphorical expression emphasizing the intense and cutthroat nature of politics, rather than endorsing the use of literal poison gas as a political tool.

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By Winston Churchill

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