Around the world Quote by Susan Rice
“There was a hateful video that was disseminated on the Internet. It had nothing to do with the United States government, and it's one that we find disgusting and reprehensible. It's been offensive to many, many people around the world. That sparked violence in various parts of the world, including violence directed against Western facilities including our embassies and consulates.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2010
The quote condemns a hateful online video that incited global offense and violence against Western diplomatic sites.
In simple terms: A hateful video caused worldwide offense and attacks on Western embassies.
Key Takeaway
Condemn hate media; protect diplomatic safety.
Themes
human rights
violence
media responsibility
Mood
concerned
serious
Type
political
warning
When to use this quote
- Diplomatic security
- public policy
- media regulation
Key Concepts
Freedom of expression
online radicalization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can governments balance free speech with preventing hate incitement?
- What measures can reduce online hate spreading?
A Different Perspective
Violent reactions can be unpredictable and may affect innocent civilians.
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