Gradually I came to realize that people will more readily swallow lies than truth, as if the taste of lies was homey, appetizing: a habit.
Martha GellhornRead
By its existence, the Peace Movement denies that governments know best; it stands for a different order of priorities: the human race comes first.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The Peace Movement advocates that human welfare should take precedence over governmental authority.
Martha Gellhorn's quote emphasizes that the Peace Movement challenges the traditional notion that governments inherently know what is best for society. Instead, it argues for a reevaluation of values, suggesting that prioritizing humanity and human needs should come above governmental agendas and policies. The message calls for a new order where the well-being of the human race is the ultimate priority, seeking to create a more just and compassionate world.
Themes
PeaceHumanityPrioritiesGovernmentMovement
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech advocating for social justice, one might quote this to emphasize humanitarian priorities.
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