Chicago Quote by Noam Chomsky
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“Why did the people think [Vietnam war] was fundamentally wrong and immoral? The guys who ran the polls, John E. Rielly, a professor at the University of Chicago, a liberal professor, he said what that means is that people thought too many Americans had being killed. Another possibility is they didn't like the fact that we were carrying out the worst crime since the Second World War. But that's so inconceivable that wasn't even offered as a possible reason.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public lecture, 2015
Questions why the Vietnam War was deemed immoral, suggesting hidden motives like avoiding casualties and moral hypocrisy.
In simple terms: People questioned the war’s morality, hinting at deeper reasons.
Key Takeaway
Explore hidden motives behind public opinions.
Themes
war
morality
politics
media
public perception
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- historical study
- media critique
- public discourse
Key Concepts
political science
ethics
propaganda
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the unspoken reasons for public dissent?
- How does media shape moral judgments?
A Different Perspective
Complex motives may be oversimplified.
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