Bread Quote by Bertolt Brecht
“When the leaders speak of peace The common folk know That war is coming When the leaders curse war The mobilization order is already written out. Every day, to earn my daily bread I go to the market where lies are bought Hopefully I take up my place among the sellers.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Mother, 1932
Leaders' rhetoric about peace masks impending war; ordinary people see the truth in actions.
In simple terms: Words of peace can hide war plans.
Key Takeaway
Question official narratives critically.
Themes
politics
war
truth
society
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
political
literary
When to use this quote
- voting
- public debate
- media consumption
- community organizing
Key Concepts
propaganda
cynicism
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate hidden agendas in political speech?
- How can citizens stay informed amid propaganda?
A Different Perspective
Peace talks may be mere façades.
