Ignorant Quote by Elfriede Jelinek
““the ignorant majority, which does however possess one thing in abundance: It is raring for a fight.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1995, Austrian TV
A large uninformed crowd is eager for conflict, despite lacking knowledge.
In simple terms: Ignorant masses crave fights.
Beware of mobilizing uninformed groups.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political rallies
- online debates
- protest movements
- media sensationalism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ignorance fuel aggression?
- What safeguards can prevent exploitative rhetoric?
Such groups can be easily manipulated by leaders.