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“This crazy ban on the seven states, where we can't accept immigrants, almost every analyst points out the obvious: It just increases the threat of terror. It lays the basis for terror. It's just like the atrocities in Abu Ghraib and Bagram and Guantanamo. They're the most fabulous recruiting…” quote by Noam Chomsky
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“This crazy ban on the seven states, where we can't accept immigrants, almost every analyst points out the obvious: It just increases the threat of terror. It lays the basis for terror. It's just like the atrocities in Abu Ghraib and Bagram and Guantanamo. They're the most fabulous recruiting techniques for Al Qaeda and ISIS.”

Noam Chomsky

About This Quote

Source Interview: Media commentary, 2020

Argues that bans on immigration fuel terrorism by creating resentment and recruitment grounds.

In simple terms: Immigration bans can increase terror risk.

Key Takeaway

Reevaluate restrictive policies.

Themes

security immigration terrorism

Mood

analytical critical

Type

political strategic

When to use this quote

  • national security
  • human rights
  • public debate

Key Concepts

radicalization policy impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives reduce security threats?
  • How do bans affect communities?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex causes of terrorism.

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