Anti war Quote by Lewis Mumford
“War is both the product of an earlier corruption, and a producer of new corruptions.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The City in History, 1961
War emerges from prior decay and then creates further decay, perpetuating a cycle of corruption.
In simple terms: War spreads corruption.
Key Takeaway
Break cycles of decay.
Themes
war
corruption
history
Mood
serious
critical
Type
analytical
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- peacebuilding
Key Concepts
political science
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms can prevent war?
- Can war ever be justified?
A Different Perspective
It may ignore wars fought for noble causes.
