California Quote by Hermann Goring
“After the United States gobbled up California and half of Mexico, and we were stripped down to nothing, territorial expansion suddenly becomes a crime. It's been going on for centuries, and it will still go on.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nazi propaganda, 1930s, Germany
Territorial conquest is portrayed as inevitable but morally corrupt, suggesting expansion is a recurring crime.
In simple terms: Expansion is a recurring crime.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the moral costs of conquest.
Themes
imperialism
morality
history
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- political analysis
- historical study
- education
- policy debate
Key Concepts
colonialism
ethical critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How does power shape moral judgments?
- What responsibilities do societies have after expansion?
A Different Perspective
Such narratives can ignore victims' perspectives.
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