Americans have a severe disease - worse than AIDS. It's called the winner's complex.
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It is my firm belief that the infinite and uncontrollable fury of nuclear weapons should never be held in the hands of any mere mortal ever again, for any reason.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep concern about the ethical implications of nuclear weapons being controlled by humans.
Mikhail Gorbachev emphasizes the dangerous nature of nuclear weapons and the belief that their immense and uncontrollable power should not be entrusted to any individual. He argues that the potential consequences of such weapons in human hands are too severe and unpredictable, urging for a reevaluation of how these weapons are managed and controlled.
Themes
NuclearWeaponsMoralityPowerControlPeace
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a public discussion on nuclear disarmament.
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