Action Quote by George P. Shultz
“We have struggled with terrorism for a long time. In the Reagan administration, I was a hawk on the subject. I said terrorism is a big problem, a different problem, and we have to take forceful action against it. Fortunately, Ronald Reagan agreed with me, but not many others did.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Terrorism, Ronald Reagan Administration, 1980s
He emphasizes that terrorism is a distinct, serious threat requiring decisive, forceful measures, and notes limited support for such policies at the time.
In simple terms: Terrorism needs strong, immediate action.
Key Takeaway
Adopt firm counter‑terrorism policies.
Themes
security
politics
policy
leadership
conflict
Mood
serious
determined
urgent
Type
political
strategic
When to use this quote
- government meetings
- legislative debates
- international coalitions
- crisis response
Key Concepts
deterrence
statecraft
military strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance should be struck between security and liberty?
- How can leaders build broader consensus for counter‑terrorism?
A Different Perspective
Some argue forceful action can exacerbate violence or undermine civil liberties.
![“I grew up in the South [USA states] under segregation. I know what terrorism feels like - when your father could be taken out in the middle of the night and lynched just because he didn't look like he was in an obeying frame of mind when a white person said something he must do. That's terrorism…” quote by Alice Walker](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6d1/alice-walker-347_father_i-grew-up-in-the-south-usa-states-under_2370529.jpg)
