Democracy divides people into workers and loafers. It makes no provision for those who have no time to work.
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Sexuality poorly repressed unsettles some families; well repressed, it unsettles the whole world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Repressing sexuality creates tension within families and society.
This quote by Karl Kraus suggests that when sexuality is repressed within families, it can lead to discontent and dysfunction in those family units. However, when repression occurs on a broader scale, it can cause societal unrest and challenges, indicating that open discussions and acceptance of sexuality are essential for harmony both at home and in the world at large.
Themes
SexualityRepressionFamiliesSocietyDysfunction
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about family dynamics, one might quote Kraus to illustrate the impact of sexual repression.
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