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“Terrorism can never be accepted. We must fight it together, with methods that do not compromise our respect for the rule of law and human rights, or are used as an excuse for others to do so.” quote by Anna Lindh
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“Terrorism can never be accepted. We must fight it together, with methods that do not compromise our respect for the rule of law and human rights, or are used as an excuse for others to do so.”

Anna Lindh

About This Quote

Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2003

Advocates fighting terrorism without abandoning legal and human rights standards.

In simple terms: Fight terrorism while respecting law and rights.

Key Takeaway

Balance security with human rights.

Themes

justice humanrights terrorism ethics

Mood

serious determined

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • law enforcement
  • international diplomacy

Key Concepts

rule of law human dignity counterterrorism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can security measures respect human rights?
  • What safeguards prevent abuse?
A Different Perspective

Compromising rights can fuel extremist narratives.

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