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[oversees]

[Old habits never die hard. Despite the fact that it's been years since he spent hours poring over book in the library, trying to learn every bit of information he could possibly need to know for that upcoming exam, the feeling naturally returns. It's a comfort to him, being able to adjust to his old learning habits just like that. Granted, Percy's

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[focusedfate]

I am of the belief that peace must be a mutual desire for a peaceful solution to work. There are ways to avoid aggression, but I would not say that all are more desirable than outright war.

[oversees]

And why not exactly? You'd rather risk causalities and civilian deaths for outright war?

[focusedfate]

Have you considered a situation in which the leaders capitulate to save their own skin, creating a "peace" in which others must suffer as a consequence? Death, disease, starvation, torture--all for a solution labeled as "peaceful" by their leaders.

[oversees]

[Huh.]

Honestly, no, I hadn't. [He's a little resentful at that, catching him off guard with a comment that Percy really should have been aware of.]

I've honestly never encountered such a problem, due to the fact that history has taught us to consider civilians. Such a surrender is in fact a luxury most shouldn't deal with.

[focusedfate]

I have not been witness to such an event occurring either, much to my relief--I was merely using it as an example.

[Cid refrains from mentioning the problems with the leaders of his world; that's a different problem altogether. Instead, he offers Percy a small, brief smile.]

Overall, however, I agree with your sentiments: if all problems could be solved with words and not a life lost, we all would live in a better place.

[oversees]

It's a good example however, one I should have thought of in light of teaching.

My stance has only been generated due to the conflicts at home; far too many people who believe that direct action must be taken without a second thought.

Although I suppose if I am to teach, a neutral approach is better, correct?

[focusedfate]

[Teaching? At that, Cid recalls reading about someone being a co-instructor for political science...]

A neutral outlook would likely be for the best, but I think you should share your own experiences when applicable. At the very least, that's what I intend to do.

[Cid extends a hand.] Cid Raines. I believe we both teach political science, if my assumptions are correct?