“I'm no military expert, and these figures might not be exactly right,' I said. 'But as best I can tell, we've launched 114 Tomahawk cruise missiles into Afghanistan so far. Now take the cost of one of those missiles, tipped with a Raytheon guidance system, which I think is about $840,000. For that much money, you could build dozens of schools that could provide tens of thousands of students with a balanced, non extremist education over the course of a generation. Which do you think will make us more secure?”
Quote by Greg Mortenson
Work
Stones into Schools: Promoting Peace with Education in Afghanistan and Pakistan
This book offers a personal account of the author's work in establishing schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It explores the challenges and triumphs of promoting education as a means to foster peace and stability in regions affected by conflict. more
Author
Greg Mortenson
Greg Mortenson is a humanitarian known for his work on educational and medical projects in Pakistan and Afghanistan. He has gained widespread recognition for his efforts in these regions, particularly for his book 'Three Cups of Tea', which details his experiences and achievements. more
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