Borders Quote by Elie Wiesel
“Sometimes we must interfere. When human lives are endangered, when human dignity is in jeopardy, national borders and sensitivities become irrelevant. Whenever men or women are persecuted because of their race, religion, or political views, that place must - at that moment - become the center of the universe.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: "Human Dignity and Intervention", 1995
When lives or dignity are threatened, borders become irrelevant and intervention is required.
In simple terms: Protect dignity regardless of borders.
Act to defend human rights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- refugee crises
- genocide alerts
- political oppression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should nations intervene?
- What are the risks of intervention?
Political realities can limit action.