Married couples who quarrel bitterly every day may really need each other as deeply as those who appear to be desperately in love.
Edward AbbeyRead
Our 'neoconservatives' are neither new nor conservative, but old as Bablyon and evil as Hell.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote criticizes neoconservatives, suggesting they are not progressive or traditional, but rather a corrupt and ancient ideology.
Edward Abbey's quote highlights his disdain for neoconservatives by asserting that their beliefs are not innovative or true conservatism; instead, they represent a long-standing, malevolent force in politics reminiscent of ancient Babylon's corruptions. The use of hyperbolic language emphasizes a sense of moral decay associated with this ideology, suggesting that its roots are deeply embedded in history, and its consequences are profoundly negative.
Themes
NeoconservatismPoliticsCritiqueCorruptionEvil
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a debate about the moral implications of modern political movements.
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