"But what do you think: Can risky behavior resulting in death be a model for risky behavior leading to war? "
It's an interesting question. But perhaps it should be broken down to do people who are willing to risk death to themselves, tend to be willing to risk the death of others. Sheepdogs, of course, don't- at least according to how you define a sheepdog.
But in regards to risks as far as personal political risks [as in a President] you have different elements here. In a case with a sheepdog there is obviously a conflict- how does he/she decide what course protects best- and politically falling on a sword is something generally worth the risk- it's barely a consideration. And in my book this defines a great president those willing to take political risks if the course ultimately saves lifes [is in national interest]- as judged by hindsight.
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