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Crush Quote by Ai Weiwei

“In a society like this there is no negotiation, no discussion, except to tell you that power can crush you any time they want—not only you, your whole family and all people like you.” quote by Ai Weiwei
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“In a society like this there is no negotiation, no discussion, except to tell you that power can crush you any time they want—not only you, your whole family and all people like you.”

Ai Weiwei

About This Quote

Source Interview: Art and Activism, 2015

Power can dominate and oppress individuals and families without dialogue or negotiation.

In simple terms: Power can crush people without discussion.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and resist oppressive power.

Themes

political oppression human rights social injustice

Mood

urgent defiant

Type

activist philosophical

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • community organizing
  • legal advocacy
  • education programs

Key Concepts

authoritarianism surveillance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do to protect your community?
  • How does silence enable oppression?
A Different Perspective

Resistance can be dangerous.

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