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“Certainly I shall use the police, and most ruthlessly, whenever the German people are hurt. But I refuse the notion that the police are protective troops for Jewish stores. No, the police protect whoever comes into Germany legitimately, but it does not exist for the purpose of protecting Jewish…” quote by Hermann Goring
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“Certainly I shall use the police, and most ruthlessly, whenever the German people are hurt. But I refuse the notion that the police are protective troops for Jewish stores. No, the police protect whoever comes into Germany legitimately, but it does not exist for the purpose of protecting Jewish money-lenders.”

Hermann Goring

About This Quote

Source Speech: Nazi Party rally, 1938

He claims police protect legitimate residents, not specifically Jewish businesses, reflecting anti-Semitic propaganda.

In simple terms: Police protect all lawful citizens, not just Jews.

Key Takeaway

Recognize biased narratives.

Themes

propaganda anti-Semitism law enforcement

Mood

defensive authoritative

Type

political historical

When to use this quote

  • public policy
  • civil rights
  • community safety

Key Concepts

Nazi ideology stereotypes

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view affect minority protection?
  • What are the dangers of conflating law enforcement with ethnic bias?
A Different Perspective

Ignores systemic discrimination against Jews.

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