Accepting Quote by Victor Hugo
“Between the government which does evil and the people who accept it - there is a certain shameful solidarity.”
About This Quote
Societal evil is sustained by a shameful complicity between corrupt governments and the populace that accepts it.
In simple terms: People and bad governments share blame.
Key Takeaway
Challenge complacency.
Themes
politics
complicity
morality
Mood
determined
critical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- activism
- civic education
- policy reform
Key Concepts
social responsibility
obedience
justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you break this solidarity?
- What actions confront systemic evil?
A Different Perspective
Not all citizens are equally complicit.
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