Crime Quote by Anna Funder
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““The penalties for being an accessory to the attempt to flee the [GDR] were greater than the crime of trying to flee itself.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Girl With The Red Balloon, 2015
Being complicit in an oppressive system can be punished more severely than attempting escape.
In simple terms: Complicity may carry harsher penalties than rebellion.
Key Takeaway
Avoid aiding unjust regimes.
Themes
politics
morality
justice
Mood
critical
thought‑provoking
Type
historical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal counsel
- human rights activism
- historical study
Key Concepts
complicity
flight
authoritarian law
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do individuals have under repressive regimes?
- How can societies hold collaborators accountable?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems may not always distinguish intent clearly.
