"The world has nothing to fear from military ambition in our Government"
- James K. Polk
About this Quote
This quote by James K. Polk is a statement of assurance that the world ought to not hesitate of the ambition of the United States federal government to use military force. Polk is suggesting that the United States government will utilize its military power responsibly and sensibly, which it will not be utilized to threaten or damage other nations. He is also implying that the United States will use its military power to secure its own interests and those of its allies. This quote is a suggestion that the United States is a powerful nation, however it is also a responsible one. It is a country that will use its power to secure its citizens and its allies, and to promote peace and stability in the world.
This quote is written / told by James K. Polk between November 2, 1795 and June 15, 1849. He was a famous President from USA.
The author also have 13 other quotes.
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"We cannot continue to rely only on our military in order to achieve the national security objectives that we've set. We've got to have a civilian national security force that's just as powerful, just as strong, just as well-funded"