Action Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“The peoples of many countries are being taxed to the point of poverty and starvation in order to enable Governments to engage in a mad race in armament which, if permitted to continue, may well result in war. 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 it must be met by the concerted actions of the peoples of all Nations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Second Inaugural Address, Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1941
Excessive taxation and unchecked arms production threaten global peace, urging worldwide popular action to prevent war.
In simple terms: Taxation and arms race endanger peace; people must act together.
Key Takeaway
Mobilize global citizen pressure against war profiteering.
Themes
peace
economics
war
social justice
Mood
concerned
urgent
determined
Type
political
activist
warning
When to use this quote
- public protests
- policy advocacy
- international treaties
- grassroots campaigns
Key Concepts
political economy
military-industrial complex
collective action
Questions to Reflect On
- How can ordinary citizens influence government defense spending?
- What alternatives exist to reduce reliance on armaments?
A Different Perspective
Limited by political will and economic constraints of nations.
