Criminal Quote by Bobby Sands
“Never will they label our liberation struggle as criminal”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Hunger Strike Statement, 1981
Struggles for freedom are often framed as crimes by oppressors, highlighting the power of narrative.
In simple terms: Freedom fights are labeled criminal
Challenge oppressive narratives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- protests
- legal battles
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who decides what is criminal?
- How can narratives be reshaped?
Labeling can delegitimize genuine grievances.