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“If civilians are going to be killed, I would rather have them be their civilians than our civilians.”

Quote by Stuart Symington

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Stuart Symington

Stuart Symington was a distinguished United States Senator, known for his significant contributions to American politics and the space program. Born on June 26, 1901, and passing away on December 14, 1988, his career was marked by his influential role in shaping American political and military policies during the mid-20th century. more

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“I had learned many years ago in private business never to take responsibility without adequate authority; and the new Secretary of Defense, as budgets were sharply cut, quickly found that out.”

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“The British were keen for 30 caliber guns, did not believe in daylight bombing. American experts said 30 caliber was not enough; we had to have 50 caliber, also said daylight bombing was right provided the planes attacked in formation, with 50 caliber guns.”

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“I like to use my hands. When I was in theatre in college, that was one of my biggest notes: 'You use your hands too much.”

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“I mean, everybody's star fades in every business; that's just a natural part of life.”

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