Consequences Quote by Ehud Barak
“To think that you can - as a Zionist, Jewish independent state at the end of the 20th century - rule over another people for generations without having any consequences - it's ridiculous.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1999
Imposing a state on another people without accountability is absurd and unsustainable.
In simple terms: Ruling over others without consequences is ridiculous.
Recognize the need for accountability in governance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- international law
- conflict resolution
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do leaders have to those they govern?
- How can accountability be enforced internationally?
Complex histories may justify some actions.