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The cycle of violence will continue far into the new millennium. Hopes for peace will probably not be realized, because the great that shape the international system fear each other and compete for power as a result. Indeed, their ultimate aim is to gain a position of dominant power over others, because having dominant power is the best means to ensure one's own survival.
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The most dangerous states in the international system are continental powers with large armies.
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The sad fact is that international politics has always been a ruthless and dangerous business, and it is likely to remain that way.
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In the anarchic world of international politics, it is better to be Godzilla than Bambi.
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In England, the profession of the law is that which seems to hold out the strongest attraction to talent, from the circumstance, that in it ability, coupled with exertion, even though unaided by patronage, cannot fail of obtaining reward.
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December 14, 1947
(age 77)
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