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Originally Posted by Pleasurepays
In the big picture, there is no good and bad in people,... only collective interests. everyone's interests can't always be aligned all the time. That is the problem. Security and safety as a nation comes from making sure your own interests are protected for both the short and long term.
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That's what I use to say too, no one understands, they thing I'm "bad"
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Originally Posted by Pleasurepays
Either you are playing offense or defense in the game of global security and politics. You've chosen defense. That's why someone who thinks like that will always be in the weaker position. You understand that getting in the ring and boxing is a fact of life... but you don't want to throw a punch, you don't want to hurt anyone and your just hoping the other person will "see if your way". Because of your noble intent...its just a matter of time before you get knocked out.
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great analogy