Alexander Hamilton Quote - The pains taken to preserve peace include a proportional responsibility that equal pains be taken to be prepared for war.

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The pains taken to preserve peace include a proportional responsibility that equal pains be taken to be prepared for war.

"The pains taken to preserve peace include a proportional responsibility that equal pains be taken to be prepared for war."

— Alexander Hamilton

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Author: Alexander Hamilton
Category: Equality
Tags: Equality Pain Peace Preparation Responsibility

Meaning of this quote

Maintaining peace is linked with preparation for possible conflict.

Key takeaway: Weigh preparedness without treating war as inevitable.

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Attributed author: Alexander Hamilton

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