James Forrestal quotes

For the only way in which a durable peace can be created is by world-wide restoration of economic activity and international trade. (James Forrestal)
This country cannot afford the deceptive luxury of waging defensive warfare. View quote
James Forrestal
By providing outstanding economic leadership, this country can wage its attack successfully - and can thereby build the foundations of a peaceful world. View quote
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If these assets were set up as a revolving fund with which Japan could import raw materials for its industries, Japanese exports could again enter the channels of world trade-and Japanese workers would have employment and something to eat. View quote
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If all Europe lies flat while the Russian mob tramps over it, we will then be faced with a war under difficult circumstances, and with a very good chance of losing it. View quote
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As in the war of 1941-45, our victory and our survival depend on how and where we attack. View quote
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It is inconceivable that even the gang who runs Russia would be willing to take on war, but one always has to remember that there seemed to be no reason in 1939 for Hitler to start war, and yet he did, and he started it with a world practically unprepared. View quote
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There is a serious, immediate and extraordinarily grave threat to the continued existence of this country. View quote
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Moreover, the accomplishment of Russia's aims has been greatly simplified by the fact that we have heretofore offered the world no practical antidote for the Russian poison. View quote
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