Atlantis Quote by Benjamin R. Smith
““The name Atlantis came from an old book Victoria had never read. A lifetime residency in the ASM paradise was rumored to cost anywhere from 15 to 20 million dollars. The rich and powerful lived under the dome because they considered themselves separate and superior. Few of them left the comfort and security of Atlantis. To them the outside world was weak. Second Sector citizens where miscreant dregs of a defunct society. In order to enter the Atlantian dome one first had to be cleared by a resident. Gate security personnel strictly enforced this rule, even when outsiders carried a badge and gun.””
About This Quote
Source Fiction: The Atlantis Chronicle, 2021
Describes a stratified society within a dome, highlighting exclusivity, security, and class division.
In simple terms: Atlantis is a privileged, isolated elite.
Key Takeaway
Question the ethics of exclusive societies.
Themes
social hierarchy
exclusivity
security
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
speculative
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- social policy
Key Concepts
class division
dystopia
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the elite’s isolation?
- How can inclusive societies be built?
A Different Perspective
Isolation can breed resentment and stagnation.
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