Quote by Don DeLillo

People who are powerless make an open theater of violence.

People who are powerless make an open theater of violence.

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who lack power or control over their lives often resort to using violence as a means to express their frustration, resentment, or desire for dominance. It implies that violence becomes a performative act for those who feel powerless, serving as a way to exert control and gain attention or recognition in a society that may have otherwise marginalized or ignored them. By engaging in aggressive behaviors, they transform themselves into active participants on the "theater" stage, seeking to reclaim power in a world where they feel marginalized or oppressed.

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Power

By Don DeLillo

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