Explore the critical issue of Holocaust denial in this 16-minute TED Talk by historian Deborah Lipstadt. Delve into the deliberate distortion of history by deniers and learn about Lipstadt's groundbreaking research on the subject. Discover the importance of distinguishing between facts, opinions, and lies, and understand why truth is not relative. Examine the tactics used by Holocaust deniers, including their attempts to present themselves as respectable academics and revisionists. Follow Lipstadt's personal journey as she published her work and faced legal challenges from prominent denier David Irving. Gain insights into the broader implications of extremism and the assault on truth. Learn how to actively combat misinformation and stand up for historical facts. This thought-provoking talk encourages viewers to go on the offensive against those who distort reality and emphasizes the crucial role of truth in our society.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
The victims
The perpetrators
Holocaust denial
Wolves in sheeps clothing
Parading as respectable academics
Revisionists
Facts and opinions
I published my work
Who was David Irving
Ignore it
Im not a Holocaust denier
Ipso facto
We won
Mistakes
What message does it have
Extremism
What can we do
Conclusion
Taught by
TED
