Defeated Quote by James Mattis
“Once ISIS is defeated, there is a larger effort under way to make certain that we don't just sprout a new enemy. We know ISIS is going to go down. We have had success on the battlefield. We have freed millions of people from being under their control.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks on counter‑terrorism, 2017
After defeating ISIS, the focus shifts to preventing new extremist groups from emerging.
In simple terms: Prevent new enemies after ISIS falls.
Plan long‑term security strategies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- post‑conflict reconstruction
- intelligence gathering
- community resilience
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What measures ensure lasting peace?
- How to address root causes of extremism?
New threats may arise despite efforts.