The humanitarian in theory is the terrorist in action.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Those who claim to act for humanity often end up causing harm through their policies.
- In plain terms
- People who say they help others can actually hurt them in practice.
- What can you take from it?
- Watch actions more than intentions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does good intention justify harmful results?
Another view
Some policies intended to help do cause harm unintentionally.
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