Anoint Quote by Liu Shaoqi
“ANOINT, v.t.: To grease a king or other great functionary already sufficiently slippery. As sovereigns are anointed by the priesthood, So pigs to lead the populace are greased good.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Mao Zedong’s “On the Correct Handling of Contradictions Among the People”, 1957
Greasing a powerful official makes them slippery; likening corrupt leaders to greased pigs.
In simple terms: Corrupt leaders become slippery when bribed.
Key Takeaway
Beware of corruption in power.
Themes
politics
corruption
leadership
ethics
Mood
cynical
critical
Type
political
satirical
When to use this quote
- government oversight
- anti‑corruption campaigns
- public accountability
Key Concepts
political satire
metaphor
critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms prevent officials from becoming “greased”?
- How does satire influence public perception of corruption?
A Different Perspective
Satire can oversimplify complex political dynamics.
