Ambition Quote by John Brunner
“How do you whip up resentment against absentee landlords and pocketers of bribes when the highest ambition of the people is either to become the former or be in a position to receive the latter?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Stand on Zanzibar, 1968
It questions how resentment toward corrupt powers arises when people aspire to become those very powers.
In simple terms: Resentment grows when ambitions align with corrupt roles.
Key Takeaway
Examine personal ambitions and ethical choices.
Themes
politics
corruption
ambition
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- political activism
- social movements
- economic inequality
Key Concepts
power dynamics
ethical conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you see yourself becoming what you resent?
- How can societies curb ambition for corrupt power?
A Different Perspective
People may rationalize corruption, reducing resentment.
