It's important to underscore this overriding fact: women are not just victims of conflict-they are agents of peace and agents of change.
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I learned to be far more skeptical of what I'm told by presidents, no matter who the presidents are, and also to be much more cautious, always, in any action or vote that could lead to the use of American military power and most particularly what we call 'boots on the ground.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
Skepticism towards leadership decisions is crucial, especially regarding military actions.
In this quote, Hillary Clinton emphasizes the importance of being cautious and skeptical when it comes to the information provided by political leaders, particularly concerning the use of military force. The phrase 'boots on the ground' refers to the deployment of ground troops, underscoring the gravity of military decisions and the need for careful consideration before taking action.
Themes
SkepticismMilitaryDecisionsLeadershipCautionPolitics
In practice
Example use cases
During a political debate, one might quote this to emphasize the need for cautious military policies.
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