Those who call us terrorists wish to prevent world public opinion from discovering the truth about us and from seeing the justice on our faces. They seek to bide the terrorism and tyranny of their acts, and our own posture of self-defence.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author argues that labels like 'terrorist' are used to obscure the legitimacy of their cause and actions.
- In plain terms
- People call us terrorists to hide the truth and justify their own violence.
- What can you take from it?
- Labels can be used to mask reality and justify violence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who gets to define terrorism?
- How do you respond to false labels?
Another view
Self-defense claims can be subjective and contested.
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