The Arsonists' City

by Hala Alyan

And if your priest or imam or big brother tells you a whole group of people hates you, it’s not like you’re going to stop to ask them if it’s true.”

“We all did something stupid in the name of an allegiance, and now somebody’s dead.” He grimaces. “Many somebodies, actually.” “But the allegiance isn’t even based on truth! Half the things the politicians say are lies.”