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“We have to be reasonable people.” quote by Shimon Peres
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“We have to be reasonable people.”

Shimon Peres

About This Quote

Source Speech: Acceptance of Nobel Peace Prize, Shimon Peres, 1994

Advocates for rational dialogue and mutual respect in resolving conflicts.

In simple terms: Be rational and respectful.

Key Takeaway

Practice empathy and reason.

Themes

peace reason dialogue

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political negotiations
  • community mediation
  • interpersonal disputes

Key Concepts

conflict resolution ethical discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can reason be fostered in hostile settings?
  • What limits rational discourse?
A Different Perspective

Reason alone may not overcome deep-seated animosity.

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