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Anarchism Quote by Ursula K. Le Guin

“The duty of the individual is to accept no rule, to be the initiator of his own acts, to be responsible. Only if he does so will the society live, and change, and adapt, and survive. We are not subjects of a State founded upon law, but members of a society formed upon revolution. Revolution is our…” quote by Ursula K. Le Guin
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““The duty of the individual is to accept no rule, to be the initiator of his own acts, to be responsible. Only if he does so will the society live, and change, and adapt, and survive. We are not subjects of a State founded upon law, but members of a society formed upon revolution. Revolution is our obligation: our hope of evolution.””

Ursula K. Le Guin

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Dispossessed, 1974

Individuals must act independently, shaping society through responsibility and revolution.

In simple terms: Be responsible and initiate change for societal evolution.

Key Takeaway

Take personal responsibility to drive societal change.

Themes

responsibility revolution individualism

Mood

serious hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • community organizing
  • personal decision making

Key Concepts

autonomy social evolution

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibility do you hold?
  • How can you foster change responsibly?
A Different Perspective

Revolution can be chaotic and risky.

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