Assignment 9- Ben Lambert

"Violence is never the answer" is something we have had ingrained into our minds since preschool. However, It seems as if the world's political leaders did not get the message. Nowadays, war is the first thing that comes to mind when a nation attacks or oppresses another. So the question comes about: when, if ever, is it appropriate?
In moderation, war is appropriate. If a nation explicitly commits an act of terror on another (9/11) war is inevitable and morally justifiable. Unfortunately, it is not always that explicit. Quarrels over oil, trading agreements, and more tend to be the smaller scale factors that start many wars.
In instances like this, both sides ought to work together to attempt to reach a compromise. Unfortunately, that is easier said than done. Rarely are both nations able to peacefully settle the altercations, and after a while, tensions rise, often leading to war.