I am Quote by Varg Vikernes
“Personally, I am a nationalist, but my race is my nation, and I see all true Europeans as my racial brethren and part of my nation, be them Norwegian, Danish, or Swedish, French, German, or English, Russian, Polish, or Belorussian, or whatever.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2009 interview with Varg Vikernes, 2009
He defines nationhood by race, grouping all Europeans as a single racial family regardless of nationality.
In simple terms: Nation = race, all Europeans are one family.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the danger of conflating race with nation.
Themes
nationalism
race
identity
exclusion
Mood
critical
controversial
Type
political
ideological
When to use this quote
- political movements
- online forums
- ethnic conflicts
- policy debates
Key Concepts
ethnocentrism
social identity theory
collectivism
Questions to Reflect On
- Is racial identity a valid basis for nationhood?
- How does this view affect minority groups?
A Different Perspective
Such views can fuel xenophobia and conflict.
