I would rather be alone and a loud voice for action than be silent.
Susan RiceRead
For the United States to recommit itself to the obligation that we undertook in the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty that many other states undertook, which was to work towards disarmament and the eventual elimination of nuclear weapons, is something that manifestly serves our national security interests.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Commitment to disarmament enhances national security.
This quote by Susan Rice emphasizes the importance of the United States honoring its commitments under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). It suggests that actively working towards disarmament and the elimination of nuclear weapons not only aligns with international obligations but also serves to protect the country's security interests by reducing the threat of nuclear conflict.
Themes
DisarmamentNuclearSecurityTreatyObligation
In practice
Example use cases
During a conference on international relations, this quote could emphasize the importance of diplomatic commitments to peace.
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