We are 25 years too late. If the object is to avoid dangerous change, we've already had it. The object now is to avoid really dangerous change.
Stephen SchneiderRead
Movements have narratives. They tell stories, because they are not just about rearranging economics and politics. They also rearrange meaning. And they're not just about redistributing the goods. They're about figuring out what is good.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Movements are about storytelling and redefining values, not just changing systems.
This quote emphasizes the significance of narratives within movements; they are not solely focused on the economic and political aspects but also on transforming the underlying meaning of what is deemed 'good.' It suggests that successful movements involve a deeper engagement with values and narratives that shape societal perspectives.
Themes
MovementsNarrativesChangeMeaningStorytelling
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about social justice, one might use this quote to highlight the importance of narratives in movements.
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