Accepted Quote by David Mitchell
“Once any tyranny becomes accepted as ordinary, its victory is assured.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Cloud Atlas” by David Mitchell, 2004
Normalizing tyranny ensures its triumph.
In simple terms: Accepting tyranny guarantees its success.
Key Takeaway
Resist normalizing oppression.
Themes
politics
power
social norms
ethics
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
political
warning
When to use this quote
- government policy
- media narratives
- community behavior
Key Concepts
authoritarianism
social acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we recognize creeping tyranny?
- What actions prevent tyranny from becoming normal?
A Different Perspective
Oppression can be subtle and hard to detect.
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