In her book "The March of Folly," Barbara W. Tuchman discusses how governments often respond to perceived threats. Instead of taking the time to analyze and comprehend the situation, they tend to react with force, aiming to eliminate the threat. This approach is more about immediate action than thoughtful consideration, leading to potentially flawed decisions.

Tuchman's perspective highlights a common tendency in governance where fear prompts rash actions rather than strategic understanding. By this pattern, valuable opportunities for learning and refinement of policies are overlooked, resulting in a cycle that can perpetuate conflict rather than resolve it effectively.