"Mr. Higgins stated, 'Whatever brief respite we might have from the most outrageous of language and suggestions...it is good to be with trade unionists.' He expressed his anxiety about the current global situation and the rhetoric surrounding militarism."
"He warned against the belief that military strength equates to security, calling it 'species failure' and emphasized that military spending could be redirected to combat global poverty, hunger, and inequality."
"Mr. Higgins highlighted the role of quality teaching in protecting against 'the poisonous ideals of imperialism, racism and xenophobia,' stressing the importance of education in shaping a better future."
"He urged people not to fall into despair but to embrace the power to change global discourse in a more positive and peaceful direction, stating, 'War is omnipresent.'"
Mr. Higgins criticized militarization and the rhetoric of political leaders during his keynote address at the INTO conference. He expressed concern over the belief that military strength ensures security, labeling it a 'species failure.' He highlighted the potential of military spending to address global issues like poverty and inequality. Emphasizing the importance of quality teaching, he argued it can counteract harmful ideologies. Mr. Higgins urged a shift towards positive global discourse, especially in light of ongoing conflicts and corporate power.
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