Quote by Lester Bangs

It's much easier to wear a Chairman Mao button and shake your fists in the air and all that, then to actually read the Communist manifesto and things like that and actually become involved in politics.

It's much easier to wear a Chairman Mao button and shake you

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of individuals to appear politically engaged through superficial actions, such as wearing symbols or making grand gestures, rather than truly understanding and participating in political discourse. It suggests that many people would rather project an image of activism and rebellion rather than invest the time and effort required to educate themselves on political ideologies and actively participate in the political process.

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By Lester Bangs

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