Quotes about Civilian

Growing up during the Depression, I worked for the Forest Service and CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps). I tend to work very, very hard. I wouldn't change that for anything. Votes: 3

I propose to create a Civilian Conservation Corps to be used in simple work...More important, however, than the material gains will be the moral and spiritual value of such work. Votes: 3

The Land of Civilian was a dry bitter place where you sat in your car staring at drawn curtains and closed doors for hours on end, and where everything was a big, freaking secret. Votes: 3

By 1939, the Depression was back. Unemployment was huge. Roosevelt didn't have any quick fix. Remember, the New Deal, Works Progress Administration, and Civilian Conservation Corps - all that happened years before. Roosevelt was riding a storm. Votes: 3

As a 22-year Army Veteran who served in Operations Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom, and as a Civilian Advisor to the Afghan Army in Operation Enduring Freedom, I understand both the gravity of giving the order, and the challenge of carrying it out. Votes: 3

In Sherman's famous march through Georgia, his soldiers left a swath of death and destruction, destroying crops, burning homes and killing civilians. Sherman himself acknowledged that only 20% of the destruction inflicted by his invasion was inflicted on military objectives. Civilian non-combatants, essentially innocents, suffered 80% of the losses. Votes: 3

Unfortunately, in war, there are casualties, including among the civilian population. Votes: 1

After I was discharged from the military, it was difficult trying to become a civilian. Votes: 1

You've got to forget about this civilian. Whenever you drop bombs, you're going to hit civilians. Votes: 1

All Marines, sailors and civilian Marines, regardless of sexual orientation, are Marines first. Every Marine is a valued member of our war-fighting team. Votes: 1

No one in the United States has become seriously ill or has died because of any kind of accident at a civilian nuclear power plant. Votes: 1

I don't support terrorism and never have. As a Sri Lankan that fled war and bombings, my music is the voice of the civilian refugee. Votes: 1

Twenty-five million veterans are living among us today. These men and women selflessly set aside their civilian lives to put on the uniform and serve us. Votes: 1

The administration says, then, there are no downsides or upsides to treating terrorists like civilian criminal defendants, but a lot of us would beg to differ. Votes: 1

As in any war, there have been dreadful mistakes and civilian casualties. The difference is when Israelis kill innocents they apologize; when Hezbollah kills innocents they celebrate. Votes: 1

I just felt from personal observation that there is nothing more dislocated or alienated than a lifelong military person trying to cope in civilian life. It's like two completely separate planets. Votes: 1

With freedom comes responsibility, and I can think of no responsibility greater than putting on a U.S military uniform and standing in the gap between an enemy threat and civilian life. Votes: 1

It has never demonstrated any desire to provide humane treatment to captured Americans. If anything, the murders of Nicholas Berg and Daniel Pearl declare al Qaeda's intentions to kill even innocent civilian prisoners. Votes: 1

I see courage everywhere I go in Africa. Fearless human rights activists in Darfur. Women peace advocates in eastern Congo. Former child soldiers in Northern Uganda who now are helping other former child soldiers return to civilian life. Votes: 1

We cannot continue to rely only on our military in order to achieve the national security objectives that we've set. We've got to have a civilian national security force that's just as powerful, just as strong, just as well-funded. Votes: 1

For those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, we are grateful that such men and women were among us. For those who continue to serve, we honor their commitment. For those who return to civilian life, we honor their service. Votes: 1

Nonetheless, Article 5 makes clear that if an Iraqi civilian who is not a member of the armed forces, has engaged in attacks on Coalition forces, the Geneva Convention permits the use of more coercive interrogation approaches to prevent future attacks. Votes: 1

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is continually reviewing its safety plan for the 100-plus operating civilian nuclear reactors in the United States. And when those plants were put into operation, they were required to have double and triple redundant safety systems. Votes: 1

The issue of terrorism must be dealt with firmly. We must work very hard to avoid loss of life. We must work very hard to avoid civilian casualties. And those terrorists and Baathists are holding the people of Fallujah hostage. We must release the hostages. Votes: 1

Landmines distinguish themselves because once they have been sown, once the soldier walks away from the weapon, the landmine cannot tell the difference between a soldier or a civilian - a woman, a child, a grandmother going out to collect firewood to make the family meal. Votes: 1

Reparations - not just aid - should be provided by those responsible for devastating Iraqi civilian society by cruel sanctions and military actions, and - together with other criminal states - for supporting Saddam Hussein through his worst atrocities and beyond. That is the minimum that honesty requires. Votes: 1

The only moral question with suicide bombing is who the target is. And in that sense, the suicide bomber is no different from the stealth bomber or the cruise missile. If it is targeted at civilian people, then it is morally wrong, whether done by Bush, Blair, or a suicide bomber. Votes: 1

I think a lot of people, including me, clammed up when a civilian asked about battle, about war. It was fashionable. One of the most impressive ways to tell your war story is to refuse to tell it, you know. Civilians would then have to imagine all kinds of deeds of derring-do. Votes: 1

The word 'art' interests me very much. If it comes from Sanskrit, as I've heard, it signifies 'making.' Now everyone makes something, and those who make things on a canvas with a frame, they're called artists. Formerly, they were called craftsmen, a term I prefer. We're all craftsmen, in civilian or military or artistic life. Votes: 1

The combat environment has the effect of flattening out civilian identities. If you're young or old, or a graduate from Harvard or the son of a farmer from Alabama, or if you're gay or straight or good-looking or ugly: none of those things matters much in combat, as long as you can conform to the group expectations. Votes: 1

In early 1961 a new president, John F. Kennedy, was told by military leaders and civilian officials that the Kingdom of Laos - of no conceivable strategic importance to the U.S. - required the presence of American troops and perhaps even tactical nuclear weapons. Why? Because if Laos fell, Asia would go red from Thailand to Indonesia. Votes: 1

In high school, I had to hide my comic book side, my nerd side from the civilian world so they wouldn't categorize me. They would try to marginalize me for what I like. I tried to give it up, believe me. I tried to kick the habit. But there's too much I liked about it to give it up completely. Votes: 1

Every civilian's death diminishes us, collectively. Votes: 0

Let the soldier yield to the civilian. Votes: 0

About 14 percent of our nation's civilian workforce is foreign-born. Votes: 0

I think civilian Americans support the military very much. Votes: 0

...Uncalled-for aggression arouses the hatred of the civilian population... Votes: 0

It is desirable for Buddhist affairs to help civilian rule. Votes: 0

When it comes to civilian deaths, violent hostilities play no favorites. Votes: 0

If there's no other alternative, I support civilian trials for terrorists. Votes: 0

Hamas is responsible and Hamas should held accountable for civilian deaths. Votes: 0

There is no reason for a civilian to have an automatic weapon. Votes: 0

It is of first importance that the military be subordinate to civilian government Votes: 0

The escalation to attack undefended civilian targets is just a classic illustration of terrorism. Votes: 0

To me, the only reason for guns in civilian hands is for sporting purposes. Votes: 0

I try to stay a civilian, to live as a human, not as a poet. Votes: 0

I am the first Egyptian civilian president elected democratically, freely, following a great, peaceful revolution. Votes: 0

After I was discharged from the military, it was difficult trying to become a civilian, Votes: 0

With a civilian target, female bombers tend to be more successful and cause more damage. Votes: 0

When cutting staff at the Pentagon, don't eliminate the thin layer that assures civilian control. Votes: 0

World War III is a guerrilla information war with no division between military and civilian participation. Votes: 0

If there is one basic element in our Constitution, it is civilian control of the military. Votes: 0

It's important. One of the principles in the United States is civilian control of the military. Votes: 0

McCain fought in Vietnam - I think that he has enough civilian blood on his hands. Votes: 0

Wars damage the civilian society as much as they damage the enemy. Soldiers never get over it. Votes: 0

America's civilian institutions of diplomacy and development have been chronically undermanned and underfunded for far too long. Votes: 0

The violence and burnings in Lebanon were the work of Syrian soldiers and workers dressed in civilian clothes. Votes: 0

It is the civilian part of the politics that is very, very bad, and we have to change that. Votes: 0

It was very clear to me I wanted to be an actor when I got out into civilian life. Votes: 0

Donald Trump'd rather believe Vladimir Putin than the military and civilian intelligence professionals who are sworn to protect us. Votes: 0

The Second Amendment reveals a profound principle of American government - the principle of civilian ascendency over the military. Votes: 0

During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Latin America moved decisively away from military rule and toward civilian democracy. Votes: 0

I don't think we [the USA] need more troops. I think we need to be less worried about civilian casualties. Votes: 0

We're so used to using military terminology in civilian speech that we forget those terms might mean something very specific. Votes: 0

You need the will to disarm the civilian population. If we can do it in Somalia, we can do it here. Votes: 0

Every thing in life is a uniform; the only time our bodies are truly in civilian dress is when we're naked. Votes: 0

All I hope is that the American coalition is doing its best to prevent civilian casualties and the killing of innocent people. Votes: 0

I stand by my work on behalf of the citizens of Spokane to further justice and promote civilian oversight of law enforcement. Votes: 0

Maybe the answer to Selective Service is to start everyone off in the army and draft them for civilian life as needed. Votes: 0

The last thing we want to do is to go into an area and inflict unnecessary civilian casualties. One is too many. Votes: 0

There is one unalterable difference between a soldier and a civilian: the civilian never does more than he is paid to do. Votes: 0

I felt that it was an unnecessary loss of civilian life... We had them beaten. They hadn't enough food, they couldn't do anything. Votes: 0

For decades, the violence in the Middle East has claimed a multitude of innocent civilian victims: Men, women and children, Arab and Israeli. Votes: 0

Terrorism is the intentional use of, or threat to use violence against civilians or against civilian targets, in order to attain political aims. Votes: 0

The task [in Afghanistan] is to reduce civilian casualties while still not hesitating to respond to enemies who are trying to kill our soldiers. Votes: 0

As long as the enemy fights he must be beaten relentlessly, but a defeated enemy and especially the civilian population must be treated generously. Votes: 0

The Pentagon is supposed to be under civilian control and it ought to be up to the people of the United States, not the profiteers. Votes: 0

I dont support terrorism and never have. As a Sri Lankan that fled war and bombings, my music is the voice of the civilian refugee. Votes: 0

Duarte is a moderate when it comes to civilian control of the military and curbing death squads. On economics, the man is almost a Marxist. Votes: 0

The most effective means of fighting crime in the United States is to outlaw the possession of any type of firearm by the civilian populace. Votes: 0

I don't know of any army that does more than an Israeli army does to avoid civilian casualties. But incidental and unintended casualties accompany every war. Votes: 0

We believe that we could do a great deal to neutralise regional conflicts. Also, for example, to continue joint activities in space, for peaceful civilian purposes. Votes: 0

After the war, they took Army dogs and rehabilitated them for civilian life. But they turned soldiers into civilians immediately, and let em sink or swim. Votes: 0

The authority of the civil defense ... issued a warning to the civilian population not to pick up any of those pencils because they are booby traps Votes: 0

Much as soldiers come back, they've been in combat or the edge of it and suddenly that adjustment back to civilian life is a real challenge. Votes: 0

Last year, Congress gave the Department of Defense the authority to design a new civilian personnel system for its employees as part of the defense authorization bill. Votes: 0

Now that I'm a civilian again, I can once more comment on economic and financial issues without my words being put under the microscope by Fed watchers. Votes: 0

The civilian wants to respect what the veteran has gone through. The veteran wants to protect memories that are painful and sacred to him from outside judgment. Votes: 0

The Secretary of Defense is not a super General or Admiral. His task is to exercise civilian control over the Department for the Commander-in-Chief and the country. Votes: 0

The First Battle of Fallujah was called off in part because of the intensity of non-U.S. media coverage of civilian casualties from outlets like Al Jazeera. Votes: 0

There has, indeed, been very substantial progress in Iraq over the past year - violence is down by 80 percent, civilian deaths by about the same, and so on. Votes: 0

I vow that if I was just an Israeli civilian and I met a Palestinian I would burn him and I would make him suffer before killing him. Votes: 0

An international presence in Serbia's Kosovo province is not a problem. But only a civilian and unarmed mission under U.N. auspices, with Russia's participation, would be acceptable. Votes: 0

As a civilian during the Second War, I was exposed to danger in circumstances which removed any distinction between the man in and the man out of uniform. Votes: 0

There you see Exxon CEO Rex Tillerson closing a deal with [Vladimir] Putin in 2011. Two years later, he received one of Russia's highest civilian honors, the Order of Friendship. Votes: 0

We must all realise that the Israeli society is a military society - men and women. We cannot describe the society as civilian .... they are not civilians or innocent. Votes: 0

The technical genius which could find answers ... was not cooped up in military or civilian bureaucracy, but was to be found in universities and in the people at large. Votes: 0

We receive reports now on a daily basis from our own people on the ground in Darfur on widespread atrocities and grave violations of human rights against the civilian population. Votes: 0

Respecting our veterans includes providing them the ways and means they so desperately need to reintegrate into our lives and serve us again as productive members of our civilian community. Votes: 0

There is no precedent of a civilian population, displaced by a war that their leadership started and lost, claiming a right to return to territory that they failed to conquer. Votes: 0

More than ever before, crisis management, reconstruction and development demand a new level of cooperation between nations, and between nations and international organisations, where military and civilian instruments are applied. Votes: 0

A total of 1,580 people, the civilian population, suffered as a result of the bloody wave of terrorist acts that swept over Moscow and other towns and villages of our country. Votes: 0

Respecting our veterans includes providing them the ways and means they so desperately need to reintegrate into our lives and serve us again as productive members of our civilian community. Votes: 0

I happen to believe that certain types of assault weapons, which are manufactured and designed for military purposes to kill people very quickly should not be used in civilian society. Votes: 0

The International Brigades and the British volunteers were, numerically, only a small part of the Republican forces, but nearly all had accepted the need for organization and order in civilian life. Votes: 0

After a generation of misrule under Mr. Hussein, who built a huge military infrastructure while neglecting civilian investment, and a dozen years of United Nations sanctions, Iraq's unemployment rate tops 50 percent. Votes: 0

If paparazzi armed with telephoto lenses have long been the scourge of the rich and famous; civilian drones are fast becoming the new menace to the ordinary man on the street. Votes: 0

Generally, I've never known quite how to fit in in civilian life, but on set, making a film, I know exactly where to go, how to behave and how I fit. Votes: 0

We must do everything we can to help our service members and veterans transition into civilian life once they return home, and that means preparing them for the tough job market. Votes: 0

By requiring all 30 million Americans age 18 to 25 to perform two years of national service, in the military or civilian life, we will be asking for a shared sacrifice from all American citizens. Votes: 0

Well, the U.N. Security Council resolution 1973 is very clear. It says all necessary measures to be taken to protect civilians and civilian areas. I mean, that to me is very clear. Votes: 0

With freedom comes responsibility, and I can think of no responsibility greater than putting on a U.S military uniform and standing in the gap between an enemy threat and civilian life. Votes: 0

War traumatizes soldier and civilian alike; warfare is a profit-making racket; warfare resolves nothing that negotiations can't resolve better; the weapons we have now make non-violence the only option to planetary annihilation. Votes: 0

I'm getting a little fed up with hearing about, oh, civilian casualties. I think we ought to nuke North Korea right now just to give the rest of the world a warning. Votes: 0

In any case, decisions on troop levels in the American system of government are not made by any general or set of generals but by the civilian leadership of the war effort. Votes: 0

It appears that legal positions that you have supported have been used by the administration, the military, and the CIA to justify torture and Geneva Convention violations by military and civilian personnel. Votes: 0

Aviation is going to control the world economically and militarily whether we like it or not. Airpower is not merely military aviation, it is also civilian aviation and airpower is peace power. Votes: 0

In any case, decisions on troop levels in the American system of government are not made by any general or set of generals but by the civilian leadership of the war effort. Votes: 0

I think on civilian casualties they could do more. It's actually something I've discussed with the editors involved. They're aware of it, and I'm hopeful that there will be more reporting on that. Votes: 0

In the short run, using militias might be the quickest and easiest way to improve order on Iraq's streets and uproot the terrorists and guerrillas who routinely attack American troops and civilian targets. Votes: 0

I broke down while at Oxford, was rejected by a record number of medical tribunals during the War, and finally got permission to leave Oxford and do civilian work till the War ended. Votes: 0

Let the Unions become engines for the working people to right their wrongs. Not benefit societies, or burial clubs. Let the Unions become civilian regiments to fight in the cause of the people. Votes: 0

We must also ensure that we have the best medical care, education, and support for our military service members and their families, both when they serve and when they return to civilian life. Votes: 0

The moral difference between a soldier and a civilian is that the soldier accepts personal responsibility for the safety of the body politic of which he is a member. The civilian does not. Votes: 0

We have put the Cold War behind us. We no longer count our divisions and our warheads. And I am Russia's first civilian defense minister in many centuries. We have become more pragmatic. Votes: 0

If the next time our governments propose to make war on a helpless civilian population we were to uncover our grief and guilt instead of our anger, how much difference might we make? Votes: 0

The role of Iran has been very destructive. As an Iranian, I apologize to the civilian people of Syria who have been killed as a result of the useless intervention of Iran in Syria. Votes: 0

When carrying a concealed weapon for self-defense is understood NOT as a failure of civil society, to be mourned, but as an act of citizenship, to be vaunted, there is little civilian life left. Votes: 0

Sarah Palin is very pro-life of course, unless the life is that of an Iraqi civilian or a wolf running frantically from a roaring helicopter while being strafed with ribbons of automatic weapons fire. Votes: 0

We've learned something about President-elect [Donald] Trump's choice for secretary of defense. Lawmakers in Congress intend to proper debate over whether retired General James Mattis meets a requirement for civilian control of the military. Votes: 0

In fairness, Latin America's elected civilian leaders have made progress in some areas. They have brought their countries back to international respectability, curbed flagrant human rights violations, and sought to build democratic political institutions. Votes: 0

The one way, possibly, out of this is for [Bashar] Assad to abdicate and plead, perhaps to Russia or somewhere else. Would save another wave of civilian casualties if we could get him to abdicate. Votes: 0

I think it's a common misconception in the civilian community that the military community is filled with just drills and discipline and pain. They forget that these are humans who are in an abnormal situation. Votes: 0

The military mind tends to be conservative, realistic and historical. The civilian mind tends to be liberal, idealistic and Utopian. Journalists, obviously, are civilians, and they tend to distrust, and to suspect, the military's motives. Votes: 0