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Antiwar Quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower

“This world in arms is not spending money alone. It is spending the sweat of its laborers, the genius of its scientists, the hopes of its children.” quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower
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“This world in arms is not spending money alone. It is spending the sweat of its laborers, the genius of its scientists, the hopes of its children.”

Dwight D. Eisenhower

About This Quote

Source Speech: Farewell Address, Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1961

War costs more than money; it consumes human effort, intellect, and future hopes.

In simple terms: War drains people’s energy and dreams.

Key Takeaway

Consider the hidden costs of conflict.

Themes

war economics human cost future generations

Mood

serious concerned

Type

political ethical reflective

When to use this quote

  • budget planning
  • policy making
  • public debate
  • education

Key Concepts

political science ethics sociology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the long‑term societal impacts of war?
  • How can societies mitigate the human toll of conflict?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on financial cost overlooks human suffering.

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