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“You can either invade a country or leave them alone and trade with them. When goods cross borders, armies don't.” quote by John Stossel
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“You can either invade a country or leave them alone and trade with them. When goods cross borders, armies don't.”

John Stossel

About This Quote

Source Television: Free Trade Debate, 1998

Trade can foster peace by replacing military conflict with economic exchange.

In simple terms: Trade reduces war likelihood.

Key Takeaway

Support peaceful commerce.

Themes

economics peace trade policy

Mood

analytical optimistic

Type

economic political

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • policy making
  • development aid
  • diplomacy

Key Concepts

International relations globalization

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the risks of over‑reliance on trade?
  • How can trade be made fair?
A Different Perspective

Economic interdependence can create new tensions.

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