Goals Quote by E. Lockhart
““It was part of their mission as a secret society--as it is part of the mission of most secret societies, actually--to not be entirely secret.””
About This Quote
Secret societies claim secrecy but paradoxically reveal their missions, making them not entirely secret.
In simple terms: Secret groups aren’t fully hidden.
Key Takeaway
Question the true secrecy of groups.
Themes
secrecy
paradox
organizations
Mood
curious
skeptical
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- government agencies
- fraternal orders
- online communities
Key Concepts
sociology
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do groups claim secrecy?
- What does “not entirely secret” imply?
A Different Perspective
Some groups may truly maintain secrecy despite public perception.
