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What you get with genocide is what Harold Abrams says in Chariots of Fire about anti-Semitism: you catch it on the edge of the remark, you catch it in the fugitive remark, the euphemism, the shame-faced denial — but you catch it in the end, and it’s worth training yourself to look out for the symptoms, I think.

A thoughtful dissection of Orwell’s critical perspective, this book emphasizes his unwavering commitment to honesty and the consequences of ideological blind spots, promoting a message of vigilance and ethical clarity in an increasingly complex world

A compelling talk on the nature and implications of faith versus reason. From historical instances of religious oppression, Hitchens highlights the significance of secular principles inherent in the U.S. Constitution, and urges the audience to cherish their freedoms. He critiques the nostalgia often expressed by former believers and asserts that humanity has the power to create meaning without religion. He invites listeners to reflect on the deeper moral obligations and implications of anti-theism in contemporary society.

Christopher Hitchens challenges the audience with a provocative assertion about the dangerous liaisons between religious extremism and political power. Highlighting a shocking instance, he describes how a revered religious leader has openly embraced neo-fascists, denying historical genocides while sanctioning ancient myths as truths.

Christopher Hitchens' views on free inquiry, Parthenon sculptures, and historical justice. Learn why he advocates for their return and the importance of acknowledging past injustices.

In this 1985 interview, Christopher Hitchens discusses his recent trip to South Africa, his observations on apartheid's racial divisions, and the evolving role of the African National Congress (ANC). While hopeful for a revolution, he laments the needless suffering it may entail. The ANC's vision of a non-racial society offers promise for a more inclusive future.