Quote by Ken Kesey

People don't want other people to get high, because if you get high, you might see the falsity of the fabric of the society we live in.

People don't want other people to get high, because if you g

Summary

This quote suggests that some individuals are resistant to the idea of others experiencing altered states of consciousness through substances or activities that cause one to "get high." The reason behind this resistance, according to the quote, is the fear that under the influence, one might come to realize the inherent flaws or falsehoods that exist within our societal structure. It implies that there may be an effort to suppress any perspectives or insights that could potentially challenge the current state of affairs.

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Society

By Ken Kesey

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