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 That won't work. We've been doing that with this newest generation for some time and all it's done is soften them up and misdirect them. 

Despite everything that is going on in Gaza and Ukraine and whatnot, people need to be capable of and willing to commit acts of violence, but not in the context of meaningless slaughter like the current conflicts that are going on. Although, violence in a strictly self defensive context is essential. 
 It can be far more difficult (if even possible) for people with significant levels of empathy, compassion, and understanding to inflict harm onto others when necessary. Just sayin'.