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Meaning
Reagan is drawing a sharp distinction between ordinary people and those who hold political power. The quote suggests that wars are started by governments, not by the public at large.
When It Was Said
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Who It Was Said To
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Historical Context
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Source
The Moscow Summit (1988)
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
The phrase appears in the book "The Moscow Summit (1988)" by Ronald Reagan (Google Books snippet); no earlier source was checked.
Did You Know?
Ronald Wilson Reagan was President of the United States from 1981 to 1989.
About Ronald Reagan
American politician and actor
Ronald Wilson Reagan was an American politician and actor. He served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989, and became a central figure in the Republican Party and the American conservative movement. His presidency gave its name to the Reagan era. He is remembered for his role in American politics during that period, especially as a leading conservative voice.
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