Disarming Quote by George William Norris
“And when it is done, we ought to follow the example by disarming ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Address, 1915
Disarmament requires mutual trust and willingness to relinquish power.
In simple terms: Give up weapons to promote peace.
Key Takeaway
Choose peace over power.
Themes
peace
trust
disarmament
Mood
cautious
hopeful
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- international diplomacy
- community safety
- political negotiations
Key Concepts
mutual security
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you need to trust others to disarm?
- How can societies ensure fairness in disarmament?
A Different Perspective
Opponents may resist surrendering advantage.
