Appetite Quote by Bill Moyers
“The thing about war is that once it's triggered, it is unyielding in its appetite. And the more it consumes and gorges, the more it wants.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: PBS NewsHour, Bill Moyers, 1995
War is a relentless force that grows stronger as it consumes resources and lives, feeding on its own destruction.
In simple terms: War feeds on itself and never satisfies.
Key Takeaway
Seek peace before conflict starts.
Themes
war
destruction
greed
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- military planning
- policy making
- public debate
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
politics
human nature
resource consumption
Questions to Reflect On
- How does society justify endless conflict?
- What alternatives exist to endless war?
A Different Perspective
Peace efforts often face political and economic obstacles.
