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Nowhere are our calculations more frequently upset than in war.
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War is just, Samnites, to those for whom it is necessary.
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For he considered that, in many cases, but especially in war, mere appearances have had all the effect of realities; and that a person, under a firm persuasion that he can command resources, virtually has them; that very prospect inspiring him with hope and boldness in his exertions.
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War is just to those for whom it is necessary, and arms are clear of impiety for those who have no hope left but in arms.
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Policemen so cherish their status as keepers of the peace and protectors of the public that they have occasionally been known to beat to death those citizens or groups who question that status.
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59 BC
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17 AD
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