On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
The public speakers and newspaper writers who may be loudest in clamoring for war are often precisely the men who clamor against preparations for war.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Criticizing inconsistent public attitudes towards national defense, this points out the contradiction of advocating for war while opposing military readiness.
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