Abhor Quote by David Miliband
“I abhor anything that constitutes torture. Water-boarding, its perfectly clear to me it is torture. I never supported extraordinary rendition to torture, always said that Guantanamo should be closed. There is no clash of ideals and pragmatism there.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Human Rights Forum, 2013
Torture is morally unacceptable, and policies like water‑boarding and Guantanamo violate fundamental human rights.
In simple terms: Torture is wrong and must end.
Key Takeaway
Oppose torture.
Themes
human rights
ethics
policy
Mood
concerned
serious
Type
advocacy
political
When to use this quote
- political debates
- military training
- law enforcement
- international law
Key Concepts
Moral absolutism
legal standards
Questions to Reflect On
- Is there any circumstance where torture could be justified?
- How can societies balance security and human rights?
A Different Perspective
Security concerns sometimes pressure governments to compromise.
