Believe Quote by Elena Poniatowska
“I believe that everything is political, and as such it should concern all of us. Authors who claim they don't deal with politics in their work are being naive, because even that is a political stance.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Politics, 2015
All works have political dimensions; claiming neutrality is itself a political stance.
In simple terms: Everything is political, even claiming otherwise.
Acknowledge the political context of all ideas.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- journalism
- literature
- policy making
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can true neutrality exist?
- How does acknowledging politics change creation?
Some may argue that art can be apolitical.