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I know some really outstanding Turkish journalists, and have been pleased and honored to be able to join with them a few times in their courageous protests against state terror and repression.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the bravery of Turkish journalists in their fight against oppression and state violence.
Noam Chomsky reflects on his admiration for Turkish journalists who demonstrate courage in the face of state terror and repression. Their willingness to protest against these injustices illustrates the important role that journalists play in advocating for truth and human rights, risking their safety to expose the realities of oppression.
Themes
JournalismCourageProtestOppressionState Terror
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of journalism in democratic societies.
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