Astronaut Quote by Edgar Mitchell
““You develop an instant global consciousness, a people orientation, an intense dissatisfaction with the state of the world, and a compulsion to do something about it. From out there on the moon, international politics look so petty. You want to grab a politician by the scruff of the neck and drag him a quarter of a million miles out and say, ‘Look at that, you son of a bitch.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk, date unknown
A global consciousness reveals dissatisfaction with world politics, prompting a desire to confront politicians dramatically.
In simple terms: Global awareness fuels political frustration and a wish to confront.
Channel frustration into constructive activism.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political reform
- social movements
- personal empowerment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you act on this frustration peacefully?
- What practical steps can you take?
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