Quote by Edward Bond

All you now do is pursue your private objectives within society. Instead of us being a community, everybody is asked to seek their own personal ends. It's called competition. And competition is antagonism.

All you now do is pursue your private objectives within soci

Summary

This quote highlights how contemporary society often emphasizes individual goals and pursuits over the collective well-being of a community. Rather than fostering a sense of unity and cooperation, the prevailing mindset revolves around each person striving for their own personal interests. This mindset promotes fierce competition among individuals, creating an atmosphere of antagonism and conflict. The quote suggests that the emphasis on competition undermines the idea of togetherness and hinders the formation of a true community where people work towards common goals.

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