Accepted Quote by Anna Lindh
“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.”
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.
Balance security with human rights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- law enforcement
- international diplomacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can security measures respect human rights?
- What safeguards prevent abuse?
Compromising rights can fuel extremist narratives.