They want me to immolate myself, and I sincerely believe that for some of them, when they see bad news from Iraq, the reaction is simply 'This will make Hitchens look bad!' I've been trying to avoid solipsism, but I've come to believe there are such people.

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their belief that some individuals desire their own downfall as a way to discredit or criticize them. The speaker feels that when negative news emerges from Iraq, these individuals see it as an opportunity to tarnish their reputation. The speaker acknowledges their attempt to avoid self-centeredness but has come to the conclusion that there are indeed people who possess such intentions.

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