Come Quote by Howard Zinn
“Tyranny is Tyranny, let it come from whom it may.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A People’s History of the United States, 1980
Oppression is oppression, regardless of who enforces it.
In simple terms: Tyranny is tyranny, no matter the source.
Key Takeaway
Resist any form of domination.
Themes
justice
politics
freedom
oppression
equality
Mood
critical
determined
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy making
- education
- community organizing
Key Concepts
authoritarianism
civil rights
social movements
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies identify hidden tyranny?
- What actions protect democratic values?
A Different Perspective
Oppressors may claim legitimacy.
