Addiction Quote by Hunter S. Thompson
“Not everybody is comfortable with the idea that politics is a guilty addiction. But it is.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Fear and Loathing in America, 1971
Politics is portrayed as an addictive, morally compromising habit.
In simple terms: Politics can be a harmful habit.
Question the allure of political engagement.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- campaigns
- voting
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is political involvement always corrupting?
- When does passion become addiction?
Addiction metaphor may oversimplify complex civic duties.