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Bit like saying there's no point in wearing a seatbelt because "you're delusional if you think you can live forever." Sure, nothing lasts forever. Doesn't mea
by Jevon23 3y ago
Bit like saying there's no point in wearing a seatbelt because "you're delusional if you think you can live forever."
Sure, nothing lasts forever. Doesn't mean we just roll over and give up.
- beardyw 3y agoIt is better for a country to be realistic about it's place on the world. I live in the UK. There are still people here with an exaggerated idea of our importance which helps no one.
- hackinthebochs 3y agoBut if you're incapable of recognizing your reduced standing in the world, you can end up miscalculating the resistance from other nations as you promote your interests. Being unable to accurately assess the expectations of success of other nations in promoting their interests will just lead to runaway escalation and potentially a world war.