Building Quote by Philip Gourevitch
“Genocide, after all, is an exercise in community building.”
About This Quote
Source Book: We Wish to Inform You That We Are Leaving the Country, by Philip Gourevitch, 2013
Genocide is portrayed as a twisted form of social cohesion, where shared violence unites perpetrators and victims in a horrific community.
In simple terms: Genocide creates a horrific, forced community through shared violence.
Recognize and prevent the perverse bonds of violence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict zones
- policy making
- humanitarian aid
- education on atrocities
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does violence reshape social ties?
- What prevents communities from turning violent?
The analogy may oversimplify complex causes.