Arson Quote by Eugene V. Debs
“I would no more teach children military training than teach them arson, robbery, or assassination.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labor Rally, Eugene V. Debs, 1918
He argues that teaching violent or criminal skills to children is as unacceptable as military training.
In simple terms: Teaching kids violence is wrong.
Reject violent education.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- parental guidance
- policy debates
- community programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do educators have to prevent harmful skills?
- How can societies balance security and freedom?
May overlook non‑violent self‑defense training benefits.