Quote by Julie Burchill

Being a monarchist - saying that one small group is born more worthy of respect than another - is just as warped and strange as being a racist.

Being a monarchist - saying that one small group is born mor

Summary

This quote suggests that advocating for monarchy, which supports the belief that a particular group of people is inherently more deserving of respect and authority due to their birthright, is comparable to racism. It implies that both ideologies are flawed and unusual because they promote unjust hierarchies and discriminatory ideas. The quote encourages reflection on the moral implications of perpetuating such unequal systems of power based on inherited privilege.

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By Julie Burchill

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