Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Are Holocaust comparisons OK?
Position2 of 2

Holocaust comparisons are appropriate only under specific conditions

This position holds that Holocaust comparisons are appropriate only under specific conditions. It argues they can be legitimate as part of a respectful, careful analysis that helps prevent recurrence — and that survivors and their descendants have licence to draw them as they see fit.

Supporting arguments · 3

  1. We must remember the Holocaust to avoid something similar happening in the future
  2. The survivors and ancestors have licence to express themselves however they please
  3. Holocaust comparisons should be part of a respectful and thorough analysis