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I've said this over and over, but I'll say it a million more times - I'm concerned more about the death of a bee than I am about terrorism. Because we're losing hives and bees by the millions because of such strong pesticides.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of ecological issues, valuing the loss of bees over broader societal fears.
Patti Smith expresses a deep concern for the environment, specifically focusing on the drastic decline of bee populations due to pesticides. She suggests that the loss of bees, crucial for pollination and the health of ecosystems, is a more pressing issue than human-made threats like terrorism, urging society to reassess its priorities in the face of environmental degradation.
Themes
BeesEnvironmentPesticidesEcologyNature
In practice
Example use cases
During an environmental rally, to emphasize the importance of bee conservation.
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