Adrift Quote by Fredrik Bajer
“A sign that a peace association is going adrift is its exclusion of other political parties, with whom it could collaborate effectively on most of the problems besetting the cause of peace.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Peace Association Conference, 1905
Excluding political parties weakens peace movements; collaboration broadens impact.
In simple terms: Inclusion strengthens peace work.
Invite diverse partners.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- NGO coalitions
- community organizing
- peace negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which parties could most effectively aid peace goals?
- How to manage ideological differences?
Too many partners may dilute focus.