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The Perils Of Indifference And Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech

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Throughout his literary works including his memoir Night and speeches "The Perils of Indifference" and "Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech," Elie Wiesel emphasizes his purpose of informing and persuading people to take action against atrocities. Wiesel passionately advocates for awareness and prevention of such events in the future. As a Holocaust survivor, Wiesel's personal experiences provided a deep understanding of the harsh realities of genocide. In his speech "The Perils of Indifference," Wiesel explains, "Indifference is always the friend of the enemy, for it benefits the aggressor--never its victim." He informs the listeners of the dangers of indifference and persuades them to take a stand against it. He stresses the importance of empathy
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