--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: They can’t shit on us,” said Alex…" description: "\"“They can’t shit on us,” said Alex. “That’s really what I’m saying. You can’t shit on us anymore.” There was a silence. “I just want them to stop shitt..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/554/jon-ronson-1772_silence_they-can-t-shit-on-us-said-alex-that-s-r_247653.png" --- # They can’t shit on us,” said Alex. “That’s really what I’m… ![“They can’t shit on us,” said Alex. “That’s really what I’m saying. You can’t shit on us anymore.” There was a silence. “I just want them to stop shitting on us,” said Alex. “OK,” I said. “Sorry.” quote by Jon Ronson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/554/jon-ronson-1772_silence_they-can-t-shit-on-us-said-alex-that-s-r_247653.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/554/jon-ronson-1772_silence_they-can-t-shit-on-us-said-alex-that-s-r_247653.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/554/jon-ronson-1772_silence_they-can-t-shit-on-us-said-alex-that-s-r_247653.png) > ““They can’t shit on us,” said Alex. “That’s really what I’m saying. You can’t shit on us anymore.” There was a silence. “I just want them to stop shitting on us,” said Alex. “OK,” I said. “Sorry.”” [Jon Ronson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jon-ronson/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The speaker demands respect and an end to being mistreated, highlighting frustration and a plea for dignity. **In simple terms:** Demanding respect and an end to mistreatment. Key Takeaway Stand up for dignity. Themes respect justice frustration Mood determined urgent Type dialogue personal When to use this quote - workplace conflict - personal relationships - activism Key Concepts power dynamics social hierarchy Questions to Reflect On - How can we effectively confront ongoing disrespect? - What steps restore dignity after repeated mistreatment? ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Silence](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/silence/) ## Related quotes > [“Things I Used to Get Hit For: Talking back. Being smart. Acting stupid. Not listening. Not answering the first time. 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