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“Henry Kissinger is the greatest living war criminal in the world today, with the blood of millions of people in Vietnam and Cambodia and Laos and Chile and East Timor on his hands. He will never appear in a court or be behind bars.” quote by George Galloway
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“Henry Kissinger is the greatest living war criminal in the world today, with the blood of millions of people in Vietnam and Cambodia and Laos and Chile and East Timor on his hands. He will never appear in a court or be behind bars.”

George Galloway

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview on political accountability, 2015

Accuses a former US official of war crimes, highlighting lack of legal repercussions.

In simple terms: Claims Kissinger is a war criminal.

Key Takeaway

Question accountability.

Themes

politics justice war crimes

Mood

critical serious

Type

controversial opinion

When to use this quote

  • human rights advocacy
  • policy analysis
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

international law ethical leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is it fair to label without trial?
  • What mechanisms ensure accountability?
A Different Perspective

Legal standards for war crimes are complex and contested.

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