" Oh, religion and talk of differences in morality, all of that us-versus-them stuff, is what gets the common man behind the war notion, but all the governments really care about is keeping the resources they have, so the status quo can be maintained, or acquiring more, so they can gain more power and prosperity for their nation. Times of plenty keep the people happy and allow the government leaders to remain safe and secure in their jobs. "
― Lindsay Buroker , Diplomats and Fugitives (The Emperor's Edge, #9)