Confronted by menace or what is perceived as menace, governments will usually attempt to smash it, rarely to examine it, understand it, and drefine it.

πŸ“– Barbara W. Tuchman

🌍 American  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Historian

πŸŽ‚ January 30, 1912  β€“  ⚰️ February 6, 1989
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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...

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