Gradually I came to realize that people will more readily swallow lies than truth, as if the taste of lies was homey, appetizing: a habit.
Martha GellhornRead
Citizenship is a tough occupation which obliges the citizen to make his own informed opinion and stand by it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Citizenship requires active engagement and responsibility in forming and sharing personal opinions.
This quote emphasizes the responsibility of individuals in a democracy to not only have their own informed opinions but also to stand firm in them. It suggests that being a citizen is not a passive role; rather, it involves critical thinking and commitment to one's beliefs, which are essential in influencing society and governance.
Themes
CitizenshipResponsibilityOpinionDemocracyEngagement
In practice
Example use cases
During a citizenship class, I quoted, 'Citizenship is a tough occupation...' to highlight the importance of informed opinions.
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