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No one should have to go to bed hungry. It really is a moral issue that we believe the Security Council has to pay attention to. It's about international peace and security.
Linda Thomas-Greenfield
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Addressing hunger is a moral responsibility that impacts global peace.

This quote emphasizes the importance of addressing hunger as a fundamental moral obligation and highlights the role of international governance, particularly the Security Council, in tackling this issue. Linda Thomas-Greenfield is advocating for the recognition that food insecurity is not only a social concern but a critical component of maintaining global peace and security.

Themes

HungerMoralityPeaceSecurityJustice

In practice

Example use cases

In a speech advocating for global food security initiatives.

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