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“Not only is America a country where torture is now policy. It's now outsourced. It's given to companies at a cost-plus basis. It's a triple whammy of surreal, absolute madness.” quote by John Cusack
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“Not only is America a country where torture is now policy. It's now outsourced. It's given to companies at a cost-plus basis. It's a triple whammy of surreal, absolute madness.”

John Cusack

About This Quote

Source Interview: Public commentary on U.S. torture policy, 2022

Criticizes the outsourcing of torture to private firms, describing it as absurd and immoral.

In simple terms: Torture is outsourced to companies, creating moral chaos.

Key Takeaway

Demand accountability for privatized violence.

Themes

ethics government human rights

Mood

critical concerned

Type

political social

When to use this quote

  • military contracts
  • legal reform
  • public awareness
  • activism

Key Concepts

privatization moral hazard policy failure

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards can prevent private torture?
  • How does outsourcing affect accountability?
A Different Perspective

Legal frameworks may lag behind covert practices.

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