“The case against defensive killing is cumulative and overwhelming.”
Individualism and Socialism (1933)
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“For no human defense avails against Heaven.”
Canzone 270, st. 6
Il Canzoniere (c. 1351–1353), To Laura in Death

“Humor is just another defense against the
universe.”

“The best defense against propaganda: more propaganda.”
Quoted in L. Tye The Father of Spin (1998) p. 102

“The best defense against usurpatory government is an assertive citizenry.”
Windfall : The End of the Affair (1992).
“A sense of humor is a major defense against minor troubles.”
The Complete Neurotic's Notebook (1981), Unclassified

“Art is not made to decorate rooms. It is an offensive weapon in the defense against the enemy.”
La peinture n'est pas faite pour décorer des appartements. C'est un instrument de guerre offensive et défensive contre l'ennemi.
La pintura no se ha inventado para adornar las habitaciones. La pintura es un arma ofensiva, en la defensa contra el enemigo.
Les lettres françaises (1943-03-24).
Quotes, 1940's

Northern Securities Co. v. United States, 193 U.S. 197, 400-401 (1904).
1900s