Avoided Quote by Jacques Chirac
“Anything that can hurt the convictions of another, particularly religious convictions, must be avoided. Freedom of expression must be exercised in a spirit of responsibility. I condemn all manifest provocation that might dangerously fan passions.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 2000
Avoid provoking others’ deeply held beliefs; exercise free speech responsibly to prevent dangerous incitement.
In simple terms: Don’t offend beliefs; speak responsibly.
Key Takeaway
Balance expression with respect.
Themes
freedom of speech
responsibility
religion
social harmony
Mood
cautious
balanced
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- media reporting
- interfaith dialogues
Key Concepts
ethical communication
censorship
civil discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- When does speech become harmful?
- How to protect both freedom and peace?
A Different Perspective
Some argue that any restriction threatens liberty.
