Quote by Ryszard Kapuscinski

Although a system may cease to exist in the legal sense or as a structure of power, its values (or anti-values), its philosophy, its teachings remain in us. They rule our thinking, our conduct, our attitude to others. The situation is a demonic paradox: we have toppled the system but we still carry its genes.

Although a system may cease to exist in the legal sense or a

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This quote suggests that even if a system, such as a oppressive government or ideology, is overthrown or abolished, its influence still lingers within society. The values, teachings, and mindset ingrained by that system continue to shape our thoughts, actions, and interactions with others. This paradox highlights how even though we may seemingly be free from the system, its impact is still deeply rooted within us, often influencing our behavior unconsciously.

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