Alva Myrdal quotes - page 2

Though it is fairly easy to describe what constitutes a bad home, there is no simple definition of a good one. Conformity with the traditional pattern certainly is no guarantee of the happiest results. (Alva Myrdal)
It does not just happen. It is disclosed by science that practically one-half of trained intellectual resources are being mobilized for murderous purposes. View quote
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Where do these arms come from, these Saturday night specials that constitute the instrument of threats in bank robberies, or the hand grenades used by terrorists? How can their sales and their import be permitted? View quote
Alva Myrdal

Alva Myrdal

Alva Myrdal - Image
Occupation: Swedish Diplomat
Born: January 31, 1902
Died: February 1, 1986
Quotes count: 28

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