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Being done Quote by Alan Moore

“When the persecution of an individual who has exposed an evil is pursued so ruthlessly and yet the evil itself is studiedly ignored, all of us know that there is something very wrong with the way that our society is conducting itself. And if we do not protest in the strongest terms about what is…” quote by Alan Moore
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“When the persecution of an individual who has exposed an evil is pursued so ruthlessly and yet the evil itself is studiedly ignored, all of us know that there is something very wrong with the way that our society is conducting itself. And if we do not protest in the strongest terms about what is being done in our name, then we become complicit.”

Alan Moore

About This Quote

Ignoring evil while persecuting truth‑tellers shows societal failure; silence makes us complicit.

In simple terms: Society ignores evil, punishes whistleblowers.

Key Takeaway

Speak out against injustice.

Themes

justice whistleblowing societal responsibility complicity

Mood

urgent somber

Type

motivational ethical

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • journalism
  • community organizing
  • legal reform

Key Concepts

ethics politics media activism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to be complicit?
  • How can individuals safely protest?
A Different Perspective

Silence can also be a protective strategy for some.

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