Why do you assume they're disagreeing with you?
> One man's offensive penetration tool is another mans defensive tool.
seems to suggest the author believes there's some intrinsic equilibrium
Which,
1) is definitely not proven and not guaranteed (open to proofs otherwise, not pithy sayings that have zero normative effect on reality)
2) is apparently "supported by" further evidence of lack of effective control, which does not feel like equilibrium whatsoever
> One man's offensive penetration tool is another mans defensive tool.
seems to suggest the author believes there's some intrinsic equilibrium
Which,
1) is definitely not proven and not guaranteed (open to proofs otherwise, not pithy sayings that have zero normative effect on reality)
2) is apparently "supported by" further evidence of lack of effective control, which does not feel like equilibrium whatsoever