Love consists in leaving the loved one space to be themselves while providing the security within which that self may flourish.
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If we remain grotesquely unequal, we shall lose all sense of fraternity: and fraternity, for all its fatuity as a political objective, turns out to be the necessary condition of politics itself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True fraternity among people is essential for effective political discourse and harmony.
Tony Judt's quote emphasizes the importance of equality in fostering a sense of brotherhood among individuals, which he argues is essential for the functioning of politics. If society allows grotesque inequalities to persist, it undermines the foundation of fraternity, which, despite being frequently dismissed as an unrealistic political goal, is crucial for a cohesive and effective political landscape.
Themes
EqualityFraternityPoliticsSocietyBrotherhood
In practice
Example use cases
During a political rally, this quote can emphasize the need for equality in society.
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