"Be polite; write diplomatically; even in a declaration of war one observes the rules of politeness." ― Otto von Bismarck Topic(s): War More From Otto von Bismarck "Anyone who has ever looked into the glazed eyes of a soldier dying on the battlefield will think hard before starting a war." "Never believe anything in politics until it has been officially denied." "The secret of politics? Make a good treaty with Russia." More In War "After the Second World War, I returned to California to study composition with Darius Milhaud, who wrote wonderful works like ‘Le Boeuf sur le Toit’ and ‘La Cretion du Monde.’ I especially enjoy his work for two pianos, ‘Scaramouche.’"― Dave Brubeck "I’m not going to say I was opposed to the Vietnam War. I’m going to say I’m opposed to war. But I’m also opposed to protests that deny other people their rights."― John Wooden "Conservatives saw the savagery of 9/11 in the attacks and prepared for war; liberals saw the savagery of the 9/11 attacks and wanted to prepare indictments and offer therapy and understanding for our attackers."― Karl Rove