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I see no reason to use offensive tools unless you're defending the country or in a state of war, or you want to achieve some really important thing for the good of the nation and others.

— Keith B. Alexander

Sentiment: NEGATIVE

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✓Similar Perspectives

We have the tools, but we have to learn how to use them. That is my political philosophy.

— Harri Holkeri

Armies are not only for offensives.

— Bashar al-Assad

In 1791, the right to bear arms to defend against an over-reaching government wasn't theoretical. Today, it's hard to imagine physical weapons serving the same purpose. But it's easy to see how hacktivists might - especially if you broaden the opponents to include hate groups and rapacious multinationals.

— Marcus Sakey

Every time there's a new tool, whether it's Internet or cell phones or anything else, all these things can be used for good or evil. Technology is neutral; it depends on how it's used.

— Rick Smolan

The good thing about Pro Tools is you can actually hear what you're working on, so it doesn't just become this intellectual idea. But Pro Tools can be dangerous, too. It can make things sterile.

— Bjork

Social media is not only the most important tool for inciting terrorists, it can also be an effective weapon against them.

— Kurt Eichenwald

We know that often holding those who have carried out mass atrocities accountable is at times our best tool to prevent future atrocities.

— Samantha Power

The same tools we need to use to keep this country safe by bringing terrorists to justice, because I guarantee you, if they have the opportunity and the means, they will take American lives.

— Todd Tiahrt

It is necessary to suppress any extremist actions, on all sides, regardless of their origin.

— Vladimir Putin

✗Opposing Perspectives

Any tool is a weapon if you hold it right.

— Ani DiFranco