Discworld Quote by Terry Pratchett
““Everybody does it!" Quirke burst out. "It's perks !" "Everybody?" said Vimes. He looked around at the squad. "Anyone else here take bribes?" His glare ran from face to face, causing most of the squad to do an immediate impression of the Floorboard and Ceiling Inspectors Synchronized Observation Team.””
About This Quote
Source Discworld: "Going Postal", 2004
A character jokes that bribery is commonplace, exposing how corruption can become normalized through casual acceptance.
In simple terms: Corruption is treated as a joke, making it seem normal.
Key Takeaway
Question the normality of unethical behavior.
Themes
corruption
humor
norms
power
ethics
Mood
satirical
critical
Type
commentary
humorous
When to use this quote
- political meetings
- corporate negotiations
- law enforcement
- community governance
Key Concepts
moral relativism
social satire
institutional decay
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs show corruption becoming accepted?
- How can humor be used to expose wrongdoing?
A Different Perspective
Humor may downplay serious issues, risking complacency.
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