If inciting people to do that is terrorism, and if killing those who kill our sons is terrorism, then let history be witness that we are terrorists.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker redefines terrorism as self-defense against those who kill their community members.
- In plain terms
- If defending their sons is terrorism, then they accept the label of terrorist.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-defense against aggression is equated with terrorism by opponents.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who defines terrorism?
- Is retaliation ever legitimate?
Another view
The logic equates retaliation with terrorism without distinguishing motive.
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