Who said "Violence should be the last resort, not the first."?

This quote is attributed to Knuckles.

Violence should be the last resort, not the first. - Knuckles

"Violence should be the last resort, not the first."

Knuckles Peace

"I'm the last one standing!"

"Gotta protect this Master Emerald!"

"Nobody messes with the Master Emerald while I'm around!"

"I may not be the smartest guy, but I know what's right!"

"Peace comes from a good conscience."

"Life is too short to hold grudges."

"A man's home is his sanctuary. It should be treated as such."

"The world is chaotic enough. At least your home should make sense."