Decision Quote by George W. Bush
“We hope that diplomacy works before you ever use force. The hardest decision a president makes is ever to use force.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Presidential Address, 2002
Diplomacy should be tried before force; using force is the hardest presidential decision.
In simple terms: Try diplomacy before force; using is tough.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize diplomacy.
Themes
politics
war
decision-making
Mood
serious
strategic
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy debate
- military strategy
Key Concepts
international relations
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- When is force justified?
- How can diplomacy be improved?
A Different Perspective
May ignore urgency of threats.
