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“If I catch them, I will kill them.” quote by Yahya Jammeh
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“If I catch them, I will kill them.”

Yahya Jammeh

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address, 1995, The Gambia

A threat of lethal force is used to intimidate and deter opposition.

In simple terms: Violence is promised to stop enemies.

Key Takeaway

Consider the moral cost of threats.

Themes

power violence politics

Mood

tense authoritarian

Type

political warning

When to use this quote

  • political rallies
  • military actions
  • law enforcement

Key Concepts

authoritarianism deterrence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is intimidation sustainable?
  • What alternatives exist for maintaining order?
A Different Perspective

Such threats can erode legitimacy and provoke resistance.

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