Destroyed Quote by Karl Popper
“If we are not prepared to defend a tolerant society against the onslaught of the intolerant, then the tolerant will be destroyed, and tolerance with them.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Open Society and Its Enemies, 1945
Defending tolerance requires active resistance against intolerance, otherwise tolerance collapses.
In simple terms: Tolerance must be defended against intolerance.
Key Takeaway
Act to protect tolerant values.
Themes
tolerance
politics
defense
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political activism
- community building
- education
- legal advocacy
Key Concepts
liberalism
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you confront intolerance in your community?
- What risks arise from ignoring threats to tolerance?
A Different Perspective
If societies become complacent, intolerance may spread unchecked.
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