[lostlogin]

What happens if you apply this logic to others? The Philippines right now for example - that tough talk escalated. Or any of the historical examples available. Assuming someone won't do what they say they will do is not a good way to elect a leader.

[nabla9]

It's sound logic, so it's universal.

Going to war should not be based on hate. It should be as rational process as possible.

[dragonwriter]

If hate is a real factor in an actor's utility function, then decisions based on hate are rational while decisions ignoring it are not.