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Crowd Quote by Jennifer Egan

“[I]t may be that a crowd at a particular moment of history creates the object to justify its gathering.” quote by Jennifer Egan
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“[I]t may be that a crowd at a particular moment of history creates the object to justify its gathering.”

Jennifer Egan

About This Quote

Source Book: A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan, 2010

A crowd can invent a purpose that validates its existence at a specific historical moment.

In simple terms: Crowds may create reasons to exist.

Key Takeaway

Question why groups form.

Themes

society history collective identity

Mood

reflective critical

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political movements
  • social media trends
  • community organizing

Key Concepts

social construction identity formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What purpose does your group claim?
  • How does history shape that purpose?
A Different Perspective

The object may be a pretext rather than a genuine need.

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