Exterminated Quote by Michael B. Oren
““such banditti who might for half the sum that is paid them be exterminated from the Earth.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at International Security Conference, 2015
Advocates extreme measures against perceived threats, suggesting total elimination of certain groups.
In simple terms: Calls for extermination of enemies.
Key Takeaway
Consider moral limits of violence.
Themes
ethics
security
extremism
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
political
controversial
When to use this quote
- counterterrorism policy
- human rights debates
- international law
- peacebuilding
Key Concepts
political philosophy
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- Is total eradication ever justified?
- What are alternatives to lethal force?
A Different Perspective
Violence may create further instability and moral backlash.
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