Judaism Quote by Timothy Snyder
““WE TEND TO assume that institutions will automatically maintain themselves against even the most direct attacks. This was the very mistake that some German Jews made about Hitler and the Nazis after they had formed a government.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Road to Unfreedom, 2018
Assuming institutions self‑preserve is a dangerous mistake, as history shows.
In simple terms: Institutions need active defense.
Guard institutions against threats.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- civic engagement
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards protect institutions?
- How can citizens stay vigilant?
Overreliance on institutions can breed complacency.