Quote by Orson Scott Card

War was never so careful as to inflict suffering only where it was merited.

War was never so careful as to inflict suffering only where

Summary

This quote suggests that war does not discriminate in its infliction of suffering, meaning that it does not target only those deemed deserving of it. It implies that during times of conflict, suffering is widespread and affects both the guilty and innocent parties involved. The quote highlights the indiscriminate and often unpredictable nature of war, emphasizing that it brings about suffering without regard for responsibility or justice.

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By Orson Scott Card

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