Projecting a persuasive image of a desirable and practical future is extremely important to high morale, to dynamism, to consensus, and in general to help the wheels of society turn smoothly.
Herman KahnIn a world which is armed to its teeth with nuclear weapons, every quarrel or difference of opinion may lead to violence of a kind quite different from what is possible today.
Herman KahnA surprising number of government committees will make important decisions on fundamental matters with less attention than each individual would give to buying a suit.
Herman KahnDeterrence itself is not a preeminent value; the primary values are safety and morality.
Herman Kahn