Concern Quote by John F. Kennedy
“Unconditional war can no longer lead to unconditional victory. It can no longer serve to settle disputes... can no longer be of concern to great powers alone.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on the Nuclear Arms Race, 1961
Unconditional war cannot achieve lasting peace; conflicts require nuanced, conditional approaches and broader cooperation.
In simple terms: War without limits fails.
Seek conditional, collaborative solutions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- international negotiations
- peace talks
- conflict mediation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What conditions are needed for true peace?
- How can powers move beyond unconditional stances?
War alone cannot resolve deep issues.