Captivity Quote by Mary Doria Russell
““Stability and order have always been paid for with captivity and blood. (76)””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sparrow, Mary Doria Russell, 1996
Societal stability often demands oppression and violence against those deemed different.
In simple terms: Order can cost freedom and lives.
Key Takeaway
Question the price of stability.
Themes
power
oppression
justice
freedom
Mood
reflective
critical
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy making
- community organizing
- education
- journalism
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What freedoms are we willing to sacrifice for order?
- How can societies protect both security and liberty?
A Different Perspective
Stability may be unsustainable without addressing underlying inequities.
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