Justified Quote by Enrico Fermi
““It is clear that the use of such a weapon cannot be justified on any ethical ground which gives a human being a certain individuality and dignity even if he happens to be a resident of an enemy country.””
About This Quote
Using a weapon that indiscriminately harms civilians cannot be morally justified, regardless of the target's nationality.
In simple terms: Weapons that kill innocents are unethical.
Key Takeaway
Reject weapons that harm civilians.
Themes
war ethics
human rights
weaponry
morality
Mood
serious
concerned
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- military policy
- humanitarian law
- public debate
- policy making
Key Concepts
just war theory
human dignity
international law
Questions to Reflect On
- Is any weapon ever morally permissible?
- How do we balance security with human dignity?
A Different Perspective
Even in war, some actions may be deemed unacceptable by universal moral standards.
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