Zimbabwe on the other hand is a tragedy. Those of us who fought for the liberation of black Zimbabweans from racist minority white rule feel just as betrayed by Robert Mugabe's despotic regime as do his people. He has presided over the demolition of a once prosperous and beautiful African country into a state of desperation for its people who are starved and oppressed by his tyranny. I strongly support European sanctions against Mugabe and his ruling clique. We must do all in our power to help the people of Zimbabwe achieve their freedom and prosperity once again.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hain condemns Mugabe’s regime for destroying Zimbabwe and calls for sanctions.
- In plain terms
- Mugabe ruined Zimbabwe; sanctions should stop him.
- What can you take from it?
- Sanctions can oppose oppressive regimes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do sanctions help or harm citizens?
Another view
Sanctions can hurt ordinary people more than leaders.
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