Become Quote by Anonymous
“When a system of oppression has become institutionalized it is unnecessary for individuals to be oppressive.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Critical Theory Overview, 2010
When oppression is embedded in institutions, individuals may act without overt hostility.
In simple terms: Systemic oppression normalizes passive complicity.
Question structural injustices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace policies
- legal systems
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What role do you play in systemic bias?
- How can you resist passive complicity?
Changing systems is slow and complex.