Abusive Quote by Patti Davis
“Commerce is abusive. It's very hobbling to always be saying, 'Please let me put this out, this thing I've worked on for years.' It's like a nasty parent saying, 'No! Now go to your room.' As publishing companies got bigger, you felt even less significant.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: Autobiography, 2000s
Creative work is stifled by corporate control, feeling powerless.
In simple terms: Corporate control limits creativity.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for artistic independence.
Themes
art
corporate power
creativity
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
advice
critical
When to use this quote
- publishing
- music industry
- film production
Key Concepts
intellectual property
economics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists retain voice within large firms?
- What alternatives exist to traditional publishing?
A Different Perspective
Corporate structures can also provide resources.
