Cease Quote by James Forrestal
“The present danger which this country faces is at least as great as the danger which we faced during the war with Germany and Japan. Briefly stated, it is the very real danger that this country, as we know it, may cease to exist.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the United Nations General Assembly, 1947
The nation faces a profound existential threat comparable to wartime perils, risking its very survival.
In simple terms: America may cease to exist without action.
Recognize and address existential risks now.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- defense planning
- public awareness
- international diplomacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern threats could end the nation?
- How can societies prepare for existential risks?
Overemphasis on past wars may obscure new threats.