Abolish Quote by Gough Whitlam
“Conscription is an impediment to achieving the forces Australia needs. It is an alibi for failing to give proper conditions to regular soldiers. We will abolish conscription forthwith. By abolishing it, Australia will achieve a better army, a better-paid army - and a better, united society.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Australian Parliament, 1972
Conscription hinders military effectiveness and reflects broader societal neglect of soldiers' welfare.
In simple terms: Conscription harms the army and society.
Key Takeaway
End conscription for a stronger army.
Themes
military
social justice
policy
national unity
Mood
critical
analytical
reflective
Type
political
social
historical
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- public debate
- military recruitment
- social advocacy
Key Concepts
conscription
military readiness
social equity
government accountability
public welfare
defense strategy
labor rights
historical policy
civic duty
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist for meeting defense needs?
- How does conscription affect societal cohesion?
A Different Perspective
Conscription may be seen as necessary in emergencies.
![“Be ... suspicious ... of all those who employ the term 'we' or 'us' without your permission. This is [a] form of surreptitious conscription ... Always ask who this 'we' is; as often as not it's an attempt to smuggle tribalism through the customs.” quote by Christopher Hitchens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cee/christopher-hitchens-117_conscription_be-suspicious-of-all-those-who-employ-th_781600.jpg)
