Affirming Quote by Mikhail Bulgakov
“To struggle against censorship, whatever its nature, and whatever the power under which it exists, is my duty as a writer, as are calls for freedom of the press. I am a passionate supporter of that freedom, and I consider that if any writer were to imagine that he could prove he didn't need that freedom, then he would be like a fish affirming in public that it didn't need water.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1935, Soviet Union
A writer must defend press freedom, as essential as water to a fish, regardless of censorship form or authority.
In simple terms: Writers must protect press freedom.
Key Takeaway
Defend freedom of the press.
Themes
freedom of
responsibility
censorship
Mood
determined
defiant
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- journalism
- political activism
- literary work
Key Concepts
human rights
civil liberties
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance artistic expression with political risk?
- What personal costs arise from defending free press?
A Different Perspective
Censorship can be subtle and internal, not just external.
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