We live in a society of an imposed forgetfulness, a society that depends on public amnesia.
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When children attend schools that place a greater value on discipline and security than on knowledge and intellectual development, they are attending prep schools for prison.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Education should prioritize intellectual growth over strict discipline and security measures.
Angela Davis highlights the potentially harmful consequences of education systems that emphasize discipline and security above knowledge and learning. This quote critiques practices that prepare children for confinement instead of fostering their intellectual and personal development, suggesting that the environment in which they learn can shape their future opportunities and freedom.
Themes
EducationDisciplineChildrenDevelopmentKnowledge
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about school reform, this quote can emphasize the importance of prioritizing knowledge over discipline.
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