Attacks Quote by George W. Bush
“With those attacks, the terrorists and their supporters declared war on the United States. And war is what they got.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Post‑9/11 address, 2001
Terrorist attacks prompted a declaration of war, resulting in conflict for the United States.
In simple terms: War follows attacks.
Prepare for conflict.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military planning
- policy debates
- public statements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is war always the response to terrorism?
- What alternatives exist?