War quote by Lester B. Pearson

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It has too often been too easy for rulers and governments to incite man to war
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"It has too often been too easy for rulers and governments to incite man to war"

- Lester B. Pearson

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This quote by Lester B. Pearson speaks with the ease with which federal governments and rulers have actually had the ability to manipulate people into war. It suggests that federal governments have been able to utilize fear and propaganda to encourage people to fight in wars that may not remain in their benefits. This quote indicates that federal governments have actually had the ability to make use of individuals's emotions and patriotism to get them to fight in wars that might not be required or useful. It also suggests that federal governments have actually been able to utilize their power and impact to manipulate people into war. This quote is a reminder of the power that governments need to manipulate individuals into war and the need for people to be knowledgeable about this power and to be vigilant in protecting their own interests.

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Lester B. Pearson This quote is written / told by Lester B. Pearson between April 23, 1897 and December 27, 1972. He was a famous Politician from Canada, the quote is categorized under the topic War. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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