Colonialism Quote by Abhijit Naskar
““There's no such thing as slave traders, get your language straight, you idiots - they were human traffickers, not traders, you trade in commodity, not people.””
About This Quote
Source Article: “Human Trafficking vs. Trade”, 2021
Emphasizes that people are commodities, not tradable goods, urging precise language to expose exploitation.
In simple terms: People are not items to be bought or sold.
Key Takeaway
Use correct terms to fight exploitation.
Themes
human rights
language
exploitation
Mood
urgent
serious
Type
call to action
educational
When to use this quote
- advocacy campaigns
- policy drafting
- public education
Key Concepts
terminology
ethical awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape public perception?
- What actions accompany correct terminology?
A Different Perspective
Changing language alone won’t stop the crime.
