Century Quote by John Bolton
“Just as the Security Council was largely irrelevant to the great struggle of the last half of the twentieth century - freedom against Communism - so too it is largely on the sidelines in our contemporary struggles against international terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Security Council Remarks, 2005
The Council’s limited relevance in past and present struggles shows its marginal role in addressing global threats.
In simple terms: Council often irrelevant to major conflicts.
Recognize limits of institutions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- defense strategy
- humanitarian aid
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve global governance?
- What alternatives exist to address terrorism?
Institutions can still influence outcomes indirectly.