Action Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“The peoples of many countries are being taxed to the point of poverty and starvation... to enable governments to engage in a mad race in armaments... This grave menace to the peace of the world is due in no small measure to the uncontrolled activities of the manufacturers and merchants of engines of destruction, and it must be met by the concerted actions of the peoples of all nations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to Congress, 1939
Excessive taxation and armament races drive nations into poverty and threaten global peace; collective action is needed to halt destructive manufacturing.
In simple terms: Heavy taxes and weapons races cause poverty and threaten peace; people must act together.
Key Takeaway
Promote peace through global cooperation.
Themes
peace
taxation
armament
poverty
Mood
urgent
serious
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- peace activism
- international negotiations
Key Concepts
political science
economics
Questions to Reflect On
- What role should citizens play in curbing armament production?
- How can governments balance security and economic welfare?
A Different Perspective
Economic growth can also fund defense without causing poverty.
