"Of course the people don't want war. But after all, it's the leaders of the country who determine the policy, and it's always a simple matter to drag the people along whether it's a democracy, a fascist dictatorship, or a parliament, or a communist dictatorship. Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is tell them they are being attacked, and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism, and exposing the country to greater danger."
2006-09-27 15:42:02 · 3 answers · asked by Mac 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
Hermann Goering, although there have been many leaders who this could fit the bill, including Julius Caesar and Josef Stalin,
2006-09-27 15:47:17 · answer #1 · answered by Shelley 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stalin?
2006-09-27 22:49:30 · answer #2 · answered by Stand 4 somthing Please! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've read that before. Goebbels?
2006-09-27 22:44:08 · answer #3 · answered by kent_shakespear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋