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What does it mean?
The speaker denies being like Himmler and claims the press portrays him as a criminal who never killed anyone.
In plain terms
He rejects comparisons to Himmler and denies personal killing.
What can you take from it?
Public image may not match self-perception.

Where it applies

  • responding to press
  • defending reputation
  • addressing accusations

Putting it to work

  • managing public image
  • responding to press
  • clarifying roles

Questions to consider

  • How is reputation formed?
  • What defines killing?

Another view

Denial does not address systemic responsibility or indirect actions.

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