Controle Quote by HG Wells
“Will appear first, I believe, as a conscious organization of intelligent and quite possibly in some cases, wealthy men, as a movement having distinct social and political aims, confessedly ignoring most of the existing apparatus of political control, or using it only as an incidental implement in the stages, a mere movement of a number of people in a certain direction who will presently discover with a sort of surprise the common object toward which they are all moving... In all sorts of ways they will be influencing and controlling the apparatus of the ostensible government”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Shape of Things to Come, 1933
A future movement of intelligent, possibly wealthy individuals will form a conscious organization that subtly manipulates political structures to achieve shared goals.
In simple terms: A secret group will guide politics toward a common aim.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the power of organized, purposeful influence.
Themes
politics
social change
organization
influence
future
movement
Mood
cautious
strategic
optimistic
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political reform
- grassroots activism
- policy advocacy
- strategic coalition building
Key Concepts
collective intelligence
strategic manipulation
social engineering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a movement stay ethical while influencing power?
- What safeguards prevent abuse of collective influence?
A Different Perspective
Such movements may face resistance from entrenched powers and ethical dilemmas.
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