Blind Quote by José Saramago
““...There might be a problem, What is that, Minister, We shall find ourselves obliged to put staff there to supervise the transfers, and I doubt whether we will be able to count on volunteers, I doubt whether that will be necessary, Minister, Why, Should anyone suspected of infection turn blind, as will naturally happen sooner or later, you may be sure, Minister, that the others who still have their sight, will turn him out at once, You're right, Just as they would not allow in any blind person who suddenly felt like changing places, Good thinking, Thank you, Minister, may I give orders to proceed, Yes, you have carte blanche.””
About This Quote
A minister’s bureaucratic response reveals fear of contagion, reliance on authority, and the suppression of dissent.
In simple terms: Officials fear disease and control information.
Key Takeaway
Beware authoritarian control during crises.
Themes
politics
health
authority
fear
control
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- government meetings
- health emergencies
- public debates
- media coverage
- civil protests
Key Concepts
bureaucracy
pandemic response
civil liberties
public health policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How should societies balance safety and freedom?
- What role should citizens play in oversight?
A Different Perspective
The dialogue may oversimplify complex public health decisions.
