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“We must abolish nuclear weapons, or they will abolish us.” quote by John F. Kennedy
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“We must abolish nuclear weapons, or they will abolish us.”

John F. Kennedy

About This Quote

Source Speech: Address to the United Nations General Assembly, 1961

Nuclear arms pose an existential threat; disarmament is essential for survival.

In simple terms: Nuclear weapons threaten humanity.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for disarmament.

Themes

security peace existence

Mood

urgent serious

Type

political motivational

When to use this quote

  • international diplomacy
  • policy making
  • public advocacy

Key Concepts

nuclear deterrence global risk

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can reduce nuclear risk?
  • How to balance security and disarmament?
A Different Perspective

Political realities may hinder disarmament.

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