Tough times to be a fascist

[Borachio]

For Andrew Bacevich, "belief in the efficacy of military power almost inevitably breeds the temptation to put that power to work. 'Peace through strength' easily enough becomes 'peace through war.'

Hmm. Well.

 

[bhsup]

I prefer "Peace through superior firepower."

 

[kochman]

That's the best way to ensure it when playing Civilization... of course, Montezuma just can't be reasoned with either way.

 

[Old Hippy]

"Speak softly and carry a big stick"

well someone had too...

 

[Borachio]

"To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace."

 

[Timsup2nothin]

I am reminded of the one line strategy guide to success in Civ...

If you have a big army, use it, and if you don't, build one.