Affair Quote by Paul Wolfowitz
“I think all foreigners should stop interfering in the internal affairs of Iraq. Those who want to come and help are welcome. Those who come to interfere and destroy are not.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Iraq Policy, 2005
Advocates selective foreign involvement: welcome aid, reject destructive interference.
In simple terms: Support help, oppose harmful meddling.
Key Takeaway
Engage responsibly, avoid harm.
Themes
foreign policy
intervention
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- humanitarian missions
- development projects
- peacekeeping
- reconstruction
Key Concepts
sovereignty
humanitarian aid
Questions to Reflect On
- How can aid be delivered without imposing?
- What safeguards prevent destructive interference?
A Different Perspective
Balancing aid with respect for autonomy is complex.
