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Is there a time for war?

If there is a time, is it morally right and just or is is it the lesser of two evils?

If there isn't a time, why not?

Are there certain times when countries have a responsibility to go to war?

Are there any alternatives? Could they be more effective or less effective?

No, there is never a time for war. Why should we pit innocent people against other most likely innocent people against each other to tear others limb from limb? Instead, we should all follow Jack Sparrow's way out of things. Negotiation should usually do the trick. Why should we as a civilized society bring ourselves down to our savage nature and commit acts of violence? It's totally degrading and more importantly exhausts our economy, even though certain people think it stimulates it. Look at us now, with this war. Our economy is clearly benefiting from it.

While I personally prefer a pacifistic way of dealing with things, there are times you can't help but use your fists. I have been taught never to start a fight. However, if the fight gets to me, I'd better finish it. When regarding war between countries I would prefer a simple yet effective action. Instead of mindlessly fighting for years on end, I would merely annihilate the country with whatever weapon that can do the job. But let's not deviate from my preferred pacifistic style.

As I have said, negotiation should do the job. As the saying goes, "If you can't beat 'em, join 'em." Trivial things such as pride should never be of concern when you are deciding the fate of your country. This peaceful alternative would be more effective, since the need for an army would be discarded, and the possibility of a brighter future is available. As such, negotiating should do the trick. But if the time comes where the fight comes to you, finish it.