Alive Quote by Ernest Hemingway
“Now a writer can make himself a nice career while he is alive by espousing a political cause, working for it, making a profession of believing in it, and if it wins he will be very well placed. All politics is a matter of working hard without reward, or with a living wage for a time, in the hope of booty later. A man can be a Fascist or a Communist and if his outfit gets in he can get to be an ambassador or have a million copies of his books printed by the Government or any of the other rewards the boys dream about.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Politics, 1930s, null
A writer can build a career by championing a political cause, gaining rewards if the cause succeeds.
In simple terms: Writers may profit from political alignment.
Key Takeaway
Consider the ethics of profit from politics.
Themes
career
politics
ethics
reward
ambition
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- journalism
- political campaigning
- publishing
- government appointments
Key Concepts
political opportunism
careerism
ideological manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it ethical to profit from political causes?
- How does ideology affect career choices?
A Different Perspective
Success may depend on shifting ideologies, not merit.
