Arab Quote by Ziad Doueiri
“The world is going on a high-speed connection; the Arab revolution is still dial-up. So we have to give it a little time to download. Regimes come and go, but art endures.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Al Jazeera, 2011
The rapid spread of technology outpaces political change, so revolutions may lag behind digital connectivity, while art remains timeless.
In simple terms: Technology outpaces politics; art lasts.
Recognize the gap between tech and politics.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activist movements
- online journalism
- museum curation
- education reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can art influence political change?
- What role does patience play in societal shifts?
Art may not instantly transform regimes.