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About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker claims a specific language is the reason for a group's failure or opposition.
In plain terms
They are bad because they speak French.
What can you take from it?
Use culture as a reason for conflict.

Where it applies

  • political debate
  • international relations
  • cultural clash

Putting it to work

  • othering opponents
  • simplifying conflict

Questions to consider

  • Is this a genuine grievance?
  • What history underlies this view?

Another view

Language does not determine political competence.

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