Too late Quote by José Saramago
““It is an unwavering rule for those in power that, when it comes to heads, it is best to cut them off before they start thinking, afterwards, it might be too late.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Blindness, José Saramago, 1995
Those in power fear independent thought; they suppress it early to avoid losing control.
In simple terms: Power cuts off thinking early.
Guard free thought.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- policy making
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect independent thought?
- What are early signs of suppression?
Suppressing thought can backfire.