Quote by Lester B. Pearson

The stark and inescapable fact is that today we cannot defend our society by war since total war is total destruction, and if war is used as an instrument of policy, eventually we will have total war.


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Summary

This quote highlights the inherent dangers of relying on war as a means of protecting society. It suggests that in the modern world, engaging in total war would only lead to the complete destruction of our society. Therefore, it argues that war cannot be an effective instrument of policy to defend our societies in the long run. The quote serves as a reminder of the need to explore alternatives to war for safeguarding our societies, discouraging the use of violence as a first response.

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Society
By Lester B. Pearson
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