Ability Quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower
“If men can develop weapons that are so terrifying as to make the thought of global war include almost a sentence for suicide, you would think that man's intelligence and his comprehension... would include also his ability to find a peaceful solution.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: At the National Defense Executive Reserve Conference, 1953
He warns that humanity’s capacity for creating devastating weapons should be matched by a capacity for peace, otherwise intelligence is incomplete.
In simple terms: Peace must match our power.
Key Takeaway
Seek diplomatic solutions.
Themes
war
peace
technology
ethics
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- political negotiations
- international treaties
- conflict resolution
- education on peace
Key Concepts
deterrence
human rationality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance security and peace?
- What role does education play in preventing war?
A Different Perspective
Power alone cannot guarantee safety.
