A war is never undertaken by the ideal State, except in defense of its honor or its safety.
Marcus Tullius Cicero
The best defense against propaganda: more propaganda.
Edward Bernays
I would remind you that extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice! And let me remind you also that moderation in the pursuit of justice is no virtue.
Barry Goldwater
Acquiring weapons for the defense of Muslims is a religious duty... If I seek to acquire these weapons, I am carrying out a duty.
Osama bin Laden
Let me be clear. Our first line of defense is a simple message: Every group or nation must know, if they sponsor such attacks, our response will be devastating.
George Walker Bush
I wouldn't go to war again as I have done to protect some lousy investment of the bankers. There are only two things we should fight for. One is the defense of our homes and the other is the Bill of Rights. War for any other reason is simply a racket.
Smedley Darlington Butler
The revolution must end and the republic must begin. In our constitution, right must take the place of duty, welfare that of virtue, and self-defense that of punishment. Everyone must be able to prevail and to live according to ones own nature.
Karl Georg Bchner
Within me, and in others, what I seek to know is the darkness and the glory of all humanity. My vulnerability leads me to Truth, which is the ultimate defense.
Vanna Bonta
Her countenance was like a newborn's, just taking everything in without filter or defense.
Vanna Bonta
Wisdom makes a slow defense against trouble, though a sure one in the end.
Oliver Goldsmith
Self-defense is a part of the law of nature; nor can it be denied the community, even against the king himself.
William Barclay
A faithful friend is a strong defense; And he that hath found him hath found a treasure.
Louisa May Alcott
The best defense is a good offence
Proverb