Capacity Quote by Werner Herzog
“I think a state should not be in the capacity of killing anyone with the exception of warfare.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, Werner Herzog, 2015
A state’s legitimate use of lethal force should be limited to war, not internal policing.
In simple terms: State violence only justified in war.
Key Takeaway
Limit state killing to wartime.
Themes
ethics
politics
state power
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- law enforcement
- military action
- civil unrest
- policy debate
Key Concepts
just war theory
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- When should a state be allowed to use lethal force?
- How do societies balance security and liberty?
A Different Perspective
Enforcing such limits can be politically contentious.
