Any Quote by bell hooks
“Any society based on domination supports and condones violence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Feminism Is for Everybody, 2000
A society that normalizes domination inevitably justifies violence as a tool of control.
In simple terms: Domination breeds violence.
Key Takeaway
Challenge power structures that enable violence.
Themes
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violence
social justice
Mood
critical
provocative
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy reform
- education
- community organizing
Key Concepts
Power dynamics
ethical philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does domination manifest in everyday institutions?
- What alternatives to hierarchical power exist?
A Different Perspective
Violence can also arise from systemic neglect, not just overt domination.
