Communists Quote by Timothy Snyder
““In the twentieth century, all the major enemies of freedom were hostile to non-governmental organizations, charities, and the like. Communists required all such groups to be officially registered and transformed them into institutions of control.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Future of Freedom, 2022
Authoritarian regimes co‑opt NGOs to control dissent.
In simple terms: Regimes turn NGOs into tools.
Protect NGO independence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- human rights advocacy
- policy making
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can NGOs implement?
- How does public awareness affect resistance?
Not all NGOs can resist state pressure.