The object of this volume is not to cast fresh blame on authorities and individuals, nor is it to expose one nation more than another to accusations of deceit.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The work aims not to blame authorities or expose any nation more than another for deceit.
- In plain terms
- The book does not seek to blame or single out any nation for deceit.
- What can you take from it?
- Objective analysis avoids partisan accusations.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does neutrality affect credibility?
- When is it appropriate to assign blame?
Another view
Avoiding blame may limit critical examination of responsibility.
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