Accepting Quote by Daniel Ellsberg
“My activities, for which I gratefully accept this Award, are today what they have been for over thirty-five years and will be for the rest of my life: to counter governmental secrecy about the nuclear arms race that threatens the survival of life on earth; and to help build a world movement that will prevent a first use since Nagasaki of nuclear explosions, prevent or end interventions that could lead to such an event, and bring about a world free of nuclear weapons.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Testimony before the Senate Committee on Armed Services, 1971
He opposes nuclear secrecy and advocates for a world without nuclear weapons, emphasizing long‑term commitment to disarmament.
In simple terms: Oppose nuclear secrecy and aim for a nuclear‑free world.
Key Takeaway
Promote transparency and disarmament.
Themes
peace
security
activism
humanity
policy
Mood
determined
urgent
hopeful
Type
political
activist
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- public speaking
- education
- peace rallies
Key Concepts
nuclear deterrence
global governance
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies build trust without secrecy?
- What steps can individuals take to support disarmament?
A Different Perspective
Nuclear disarmament faces geopolitical resistance and verification challenges.
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