American government Quote by George McGovern
“I would support a Presidential candidate who pledged to take the following steps: ... At the end of the war in the Persian Gulf, press for a comprehensive Middle East settlement and for a 'new world order' based not on Pax Americana but on peace through law with a stronger U.N. and World Court.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Presidential candidate platform, 1972
Advocates for a new world order based on law and stronger UN, not US dominance, after Persian Gulf war.
In simple terms: Promotes legal international order over American hegemony.
Key Takeaway
Support global law and institutions.
Themes
politics
peace
law
Mood
idealistic
strategic
Type
political
visionary
When to use this quote
- policy making
- diplomacy
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
international relations
global governance
Questions to Reflect On
- Can law replace power politics?
- What role should the UN play?
A Different Perspective
Implementation faces geopolitical resistance.
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