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“We love peace, but not peace at any price.” quote by Douglas William Jerrold
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“We love peace, but not peace at any price.”

Douglas William Jerrold

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Source Play: Black-Eyed Susan, 1829

Peace is desirable, yet compromising core values for it can be harmful.

In simple terms: Peace is good, but not at any cost.

Key Takeaway

Seek peace without sacrificing principles.

Themes

peace ethics politics

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • diplomatic negotiations
  • social activism

Key Concepts

moral compromise conflict resolution

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values are you willing to protect?
  • When is compromise acceptable?
A Different Perspective

Peace may require difficult choices.

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