Asks Quote by Marjane Satrapi
“For me George Bush is just as scary, if not more. Because he doesn't look like a scary guy, because he's shaved and he has a tie on. But he's a real fanatic - a fanatic by definition is the one who says, if you are not with me, you are against me, and that's exactly the position he takes. The mullahs in my country, it's obvious. But a guy who says I am the president of the biggest secular democracy in the world and asks people to read the Bible and make crusades and says he's God's best friend - this guy is even more scary because you don't see it at the beginning.”
About This Quote
Source Graphic Novel: Persepolis, Marjane Satrapi, 2000
A seemingly ordinary leader can become dangerous when extremist beliefs hide behind a respectable façade.
In simple terms: Extremism can masquerade as normalcy.
Key Takeaway
Stay vigilant of hidden extremist motives.
Themes
politics
extremism
leadership
Mood
critical
thought‑provoking
Type
political
social commentary
When to use this quote
- elections
- media consumption
- community dialogue
- policy making
Key Concepts
authoritarianism
psychology of power
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies detect hidden extremist agendas?
- What role does media play in exposing such leaders?
A Different Perspective
Assessing motives is complex and may be biased.
