Fear Quote by Steven Pinker
““As an Auyana man living in New Guinea under the Pax Australiana put it, “Life was better since the government came” because “a man could now eat without looking over his shoulder and could leave his house in the morning to urinate without fear of being shot.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Better Angels of Our Nature, Steven Pinker, 2011
The speaker notes that under a more stable government, daily life improves, allowing basic freedoms without fear.
In simple terms: Government stability can bring safety and freedom.
Key Takeaway
Promote stable governance for societal well‑being.
Themes
politics
human rights
security
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
historical
reflective
When to use this quote
- post‑conflict societies
- urban neighborhoods
- public safety initiatives
Key Concepts
government stability
civil liberties
social order
Questions to Reflect On
- What trade‑offs exist between security and liberty?
- How does stability affect different social groups?
A Different Perspective
Stability may mask underlying oppression.
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