Looking away is a betrayal of who we are

In today’s world of instant and global communication we can’t pretend that we don’t really know what’s going on when crimes against humanity are being committed just a click away, writes Michael Clifford
Looking away is a betrayal of who we are
Sat, 17 Dec, 2016 - 00:00
Michael Clifford
Mick Clifford
Mick Clifford is an award-winning investigative journalist and author of seven books.

THE faces look out in desperation, showering guilt on anybody who looks in.

They appear baffled at our apparent indifference to the slaughter.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Woman watching video live streamings on her smartphone. Social media and digital online concept. S Terry Prone: Cliché-peddlers double-click on a journey to work out key takeaways
Bitcoin 2022 Conference Draws Cryptocurrency Industry Professionals And Investors To Miami Colin Sheridan: Where is the line between welcoming investment and surrendering identity?
Elaine Loughlin: Mary Lou and Simon presented a rare united front this week... but it didn't last long Elaine Loughlin: Mary Lou and Simon presented a rare united front this week... but it didn't last long
ColumnistsSyriaAleppoPlace: eastern AleppoPlace: RwandaPlace: SrebrenicaPlace: KosovoPlace: GermanyPlace: PolandPlace: USPlace: AleppoPlace: SyriaPlace: MosulPerson: Michael CliffordPerson: Samantha PowerPerson: AssadPerson: PowerPerson: AmericansPerson: Donald TrumpEvent: World War IIEvent: HolocaustOrganisation: UNOrganisation: RussiaOrganisation: IranOrganisation: AmericaOrganisation: USOrganisation: ISISOrganisation: Obama administrationOrganisation: USA
<p>Andy Burnham: I’m not going to talk about the surprises you’ll face — they’ll come thick and fast. I want to say something instead about the qualities you’ll need.</p>

S Fergus Finlay: Dear Andy Burnham, I've advised many political leaders so here's my advice to you

READ NOW

Revoiced

Newsletter

Had a busy week? Sign up for some of the best reads from the week gone by. Selected just for you.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited