Class Quote by Judith Butler
“We need a legal and political understanding of the right of the refugee, whereby no solution for one group produces a new class of refugees - you can't solve a refugee problem by producing a new, potentially greater refugee problem.”
About This Quote
A sustainable refugee policy must avoid creating additional displaced populations when addressing existing crises.
In simple terms: Prevent secondary displacement.
Key Takeaway
Policy must be holistic.
Themes
human rights
migration policy
ethical governance
social justice
international law
Mood
concerned
determined
hopeful
Type
policy statement
ethical warning
When to use this quote
- government negotiations
- NGO advocacy
- legal reform
- border management
Key Concepts
refugee rights
policy unintended consequences
political responsibility
Practical Applications
- drafting comprehensive asylum legislation
- designing resettlement programs
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies balance immediate relief with long‑term stability?
- What mechanisms ensure new solutions don't generate further displacement?
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