Sooner or later Quote by Peter Maughan
““Bound to happen sooner or later, I suppose,” the Commander said equably, tamping his pipe down. “It’s the times, my boy, the times. O tempora o mores. The new order. It goes under different names but always calls itself progress, and we are in its way.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The New Order by Peter Maughan, 2019
Progress is often rebranded, but its true nature remains the same, and resistance is inevitable.
In simple terms: Progress repeats under new names; resistance is inevitable.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and question so-called progress.
Themes
politics
history
resistance
change
power
Mood
critical
skeptical
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy analysis
- community organizing
- education
- media literacy
Key Concepts
social dynamics
ideology
control
reform
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “progress” mean to you?
- How can we discern genuine improvement?
A Different Perspective
Progress may be used to justify oppression; not all change is beneficial.
