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Racism is present in many board games, but “Juden Raus!” is unique in its portrayal of
how racism manifests itself in society and is a terrifying example of the banality of evil.
However, this game’s message of hatred still resonates today. If it were renamed
“Muslim Serbs Out!” or “Rwandan Tutsis Out!” this timeless theme of racial hatred
could easily be updated. There are many areas of the world where such a game might still
find a receptive audience. “Juden Raus!” reminds us that the events of this terrible period
in world history are not confined to the past. Viewed in this light the game becomes
more then just a distasteful footnote to the history of board games. “Juden Raus!” is a
warning to us all.
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