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“It does make a broader point which is the fight against Islamist terror is not just one that we can wage by the police and border control. It needs every school, every university, every college, every community to recognize they have a role to play, we all have a role to play in stopping people…” quote by David Cameron
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“It does make a broader point which is the fight against Islamist terror is not just one that we can wage by the police and border control. It needs every school, every university, every college, every community to recognize they have a role to play, we all have a role to play in stopping people from having their minds poisoned by this appalling death cult.”

David Cameron

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address on counter‑terrorism, United Kingdom, 2015

Combating Islamist terror requires societal involvement beyond law enforcement; education and community vigilance are essential to prevent radicalisation.

In simple terms: Everyone must help stop extremist ideas spreading.

Key Takeaway

Engage schools and communities to counter extremist narratives.

Themes

security radicalisation community education policy

Mood

concerned determined urgent

Type

political call to action

When to use this quote

  • schools
  • universities
  • community groups
  • policy makers
  • parents

Key Concepts

counter‑terrorism social responsibility preventive education

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can schools teach critical thinking to resist propaganda?
  • What role should families play in early detection?
A Different Perspective

Law enforcement alone cannot stop extremist recruitment.

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