At the beginning, I supported the war, with many doubts and reservations, because despite the perceived downside, repercussions, and moral quandary, it seemed like the least wrong move to make in a situation that demanded action.
Now, I support the deal, with many doubts and reservations, because despite the perceived downside, repercussions, and moral quandary, it seems like the least wrong move to make in a situation that once again demands action.
Purity of conscience is not a gift of this world order. We have to be willing to make moves when the hour calls for it even if none of them seem ideal, and we have to be willing to change and adapt when the hour calls for it even if we’re not entirely sure of what the change means.
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