Groups Quote by Bob Schieffer
“The Iraq war was fought by one-half of one percent of us. And unless we were part of that small group or had a relative who was, we went about our lives as usual most of the time: no draft, no new taxes, no changes. Not so for the small group who fought the war and their families.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “War and Society”, 2003
Only a tiny fraction fought Iraq; most lived unchanged, highlighting a disconnect between war and civilian life.
In simple terms: Few fought; most lived unchanged.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the civilian‑war divide.
Themes
war
society
disconnect
civilian life
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
journalistic
social
When to use this quote
- media coverage
- policy debate
- family impact
- social responsibility
Key Concepts
military service
public perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies better integrate veterans?
- What narratives dominate public perception of war?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting civilian perspectives can skew policy.
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