Why Genocide?

by Michelle . · 2008-10-08 05:00:00 UTC
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I'm often asked what draws me to this subject, and I never know how to answer.

I've spent quite some time trying to figure it out--from the initial exposure to the horrors of the Holocaust in 7th grade through years of study focused on  genocide and state-sponsored mass atrocity. My conclusion? Genocide is the single worst scourge, the most wretched, brutal, vile product of mankind. We shake our heads, shed a tear, an promise "Never Again," and yet it happens again. And again, and again. And it's happening right now.

I want this site to be a comprehensive resource on genocide, providing background information (which I will continue to build, over the coming weeks and months) and on-going commentary, and connecting you with other activists, organizations, and opportunities for action. And I want your feedback. Not just feedback--engagement. Participation, even.

I'm part idealist, part realist: Never Again must be achieved, but getting there will require monumental effort.

This is part of my effort. I hope you'll join me.

Michelle . has been involved in various activist endeavors, including the Teach Against Genocide pilot campaigns.
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