Although Quote by Noam Chomsky
“All through Latin America, there's sharp condemnation of the criminal atrocities of Sept. 11. But it's qualified by the observation that although these are horrible atrocities, they are not unfamiliar.”
About This Quote
He notes that while Latin America's condemnation of 9/11 atrocities is strong, such events are not unfamiliar to them.
In simple terms: Latin America condemns 9/11 but sees similar past atrocities.
Key Takeaway
Understand historical context of condemnation.
Themes
political violence
historical memory
global terrorism
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- human rights advocacy
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Latin American perspective
comparative atrocities
Questions to Reflect On
- Why are some atrocities seen as familiar?
- How does familiarity affect response?
A Different Perspective
Condemnation may be selective or politicized.
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