Aldous Huxley Quote - Dictators can always consolidate their tyranny by an appeal to patriotism.

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Dictators can always consolidate their tyranny by an appeal to patriotism.

"Dictators can always consolidate their tyranny by an appeal to patriotism."

— Aldous Huxley

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Author: Aldous Huxley
Category: Critical
Tags: Critical Nationalism Patriotism Power Tyranny

Meaning of this quote

An appeal to patriotism can be used to strengthen authoritarian power.

Key takeaway: Distinguish care for a country from unquestioning loyalty to its rulers.

Origin of the quote

Published prose: Themes and Variations.

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Attributed author: Aldous Huxley

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