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Wars are, of course, as a rule to be avoided; but they are far better than certain kinds of peace.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
This quote reflects Roosevelt's belief that while war should generally be avoided, there are circumstances where it is preferable to a flawed peace.
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