Israel Quote by Brent Scowcroft
“Simply killing everyone who is already a terrorist today won't solve the problem.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Counterterrorism, 2002
Violence alone cannot eradicate terrorism; root causes must be addressed.
In simple terms: Killing terrorists won’t end terrorism.
Address underlying issues, not just symptoms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- national security strategy
- law enforcement
- community resilience
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑military measures could reduce terrorism?
- How can societies prevent radicalization?
Violence may exacerbate grievances and fuel recruitment.