Dictatorship Quote by George Orwell
““One does not establish a dictatorship in order to safeguard a revolution; one makes the revolution in order to establish the dictatorship.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Politics and the English Language, 1946
Power can be seized by turning revolutionary ideals into authoritarian rule.
In simple terms: Revolution can become dictatorship.
Stay vigilant against power abuse.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social movements
- government reforms
- activist strategies
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards prevent revolutions from becoming tyrannies?
- How can citizens hold leaders accountable?
Revolutionary zeal can be co-opted.