• Naich@lemmings.world
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      The Nuremberg trials established that “I was just following orders” is not a defense for crimes against humanity.

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        Funny how we still allow it today. Nuremberg trials just held those in WWII responsible. Look around at the world, it is filled with people that " just follow orders."

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      For the record, I have never accepted this stance and have always stood against the excuse.

      Explanation is not justification.

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        How many people do you know work for a company like Amazon, Wal-Mart, Meta, police officers, military personal, etc…?

        Shit swamp prison is just the most extreme version of it.