Canada Quote by Tommy Douglas
“At this season of the year we draw close to Good Friday. All the eyes of the world will turn back to "a green hill far away, without a city wall," where the founder of Christianity was crucified by those forces of selfishness, greed, and lust for gain that are still at work in the world. It seems to me that unless we do something in Canada about the question of the export of war materials there will be another crucifixion - the crucifixion of a generation of young men, crucified upon a cross of nickel.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Canadian Parliament, 1962
The speaker warns that unchecked arms exports may sacrifice a generation, likening it to a modern crucifixion caused by greed and selfishness.
In simple terms: War trade can destroy youth like a crucifixion.
Key Takeaway
Stop exporting war materials.
Themes
peace
justice
war
generational impact
ethics
Mood
concerned
urgent
reflective
Type
political
ethical
warning
When to use this quote
- policy debate
- public protest
- government decision
- media coverage
Key Concepts
capitalism
military-industrial complex
human cost
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance national profit with global safety?
- What responsibility do citizens have to influence arms policy?
A Different Perspective
Economic interests often outweigh moral concerns.
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