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Defense Quotes

Defense Quotes

Defense takes many forms: a legal argument, a military posture, a calm response in a heated moment, or the quiet act of standing up for your values. These quotes cover that full range, with perspectives from politicians, writers, and strategists.

They suit essays, speeches, social media commentary, or presentations on leadership and resilience. Have a look through the collection.

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“Their is no defense against criticism except obscurity.”

Joseph Addison

“We, the People, recognize that we have responsibilities as well as rights; that our destinies are bound together; that a freedom which only asks what's in it for me, a freedom without a commitment to others, a freedom without love or charity or duty or patriotism, is unworthy of our founding ideals, and those who died in their defense.”

Barack Obama

“Always remember that your calmness under fire is your best defense in any argument or discussion.”

Robert Greene

“Extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice. And moderation in the pursuit of justice is no virtue.”

Barry Goldwater

“We have to distrust each other. It is our only defense against betrayal.”

Tennessee Williams

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