It is truly sad that my new assignment only puts me in close contact with the more vile representatives of humanity...with criminals, Hebrews, and enemies of the State, when all my thoughts and my energies are for the purity of our race. But the Fuhrer has assigned this task to me. I will not pull back.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Expresses sadness about working with criminals and enemies despite assigned task.
- In plain terms
- He is sad to work with criminals but says he will not pull back.
- What can you take from it?
- Assigned duty overrides personal discomfort.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do people accept such tasks?
- Is duty a justification?
Another view
Claims discomfort while committing to harmful acts.
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