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“The chief task was to stop the arms race before it brought utter disaster. However, after the collapse of communism and the disintegration of the Soviet Union, any rationale for having nuclear weapons disappeared.” quote by Joseph Rotblat
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“The chief task was to stop the arms race before it brought utter disaster. However, after the collapse of communism and the disintegration of the Soviet Union, any rationale for having nuclear weapons disappeared.”

Joseph Rotblat

About This Quote

Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance, Joseph Rotblat, 1995

The nuclear arms race was a catastrophic threat; its end made weapons unnecessary.

In simple terms: Arms race was dangerous; its end made weapons unnecessary.

Key Takeaway

Promote disarmament and peace.

Themes

peace nuclear weapons history

Mood

somber hopeful

Type

political historical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • international relations
  • education

Key Concepts

politics ethics security

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can societies take to prevent new arms races?
  • How can we ensure lasting nuclear non‑proliferation?
A Different Perspective

Disarmament faces political resistance.

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