Quote by Christopher Hitchens

Those of us who are most genuinely repelled by war and violence are also those who are most likely to decide that some things, after all, are worth fighting for.

Those of us who are most genuinely repelled by war and viole

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who have the strongest aversion to wars and violence are paradoxically the ones who are more inclined to recognize certain causes that are worth fighting for. It implies that these individuals value peace and abhor conflict, yet still acknowledge the existence of morally significant issues that may require taking a stand and potentially engaging in conflict to effect change or protect important values. Essentially, it highlights the complex and nuanced nature of personal beliefs and the decisive role of convictions in deciding when peaceful means may not suffice.

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War Sacrifice

By Christopher Hitchens

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