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“I think writing is a very political act. I think that any writer who says it's not, is simply a writer who is disavowing the political connotations of what they write.” quote by Mohsin Hamid
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“I think writing is a very political act. I think that any writer who says it's not, is simply a writer who is disavowing the political connotations of what they write.”

Mohsin Hamid

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Guardian, 2015

Writing inherently carries political weight; denying it ignores the influence of context and power.

In simple terms: Writing is political.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge politics in writing.

Themes

politics writing responsibility

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • academic essays
  • journalism
  • fiction
  • social media posts

Key Concepts

ideology ethics culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can a writer be truly apolitical?
  • How does audience perception shape a text's politics?
A Different Perspective

Some topics may be neutral in intent.

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