Art Quote by Vladimir Sorokin
“The citizen lives in each of us. In the days of Brezhnev, Andropov, Gorbachev and Yeltsin, I was constantly trying to suppress the responsible citizen in me. I told myself that I was, after all, an artist.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2005
The author reflects on how political eras suppress personal responsibility, using art as an excuse to avoid civic engagement.
In simple terms: Political pressure can mute personal responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and act on your civic duties.
Themes
responsibility
politics
identity
art
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- voting
- community activism
- self-reflection
- public discourse
Key Concepts
civic duty
self-deception
political climate
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance artistic identity with civic responsibility?
- What political pressures affect your sense of duty?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest may still dominate over civic duty.
