Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

Who is more to be pitied, a writer bound and gagged by policemen or one living in perfect freedom who has nothing more to say?

Who is more to be pitied, a writer bound and gagged by polic

Summary

This quote poses the question of who is in a more pitiable position: a writer who is silenced and oppressed by societal forces, or one who has the freedom to express themselves but lacks the creative inspiration to do so. It suggests that true suffering lies not only in being physically restrained, but also in the existential struggle of having a voice yet feeling artistically barren. The quote challenges the notion that freedom alone guarantees a fulfilling life, highlighting the importance of purpose and meaningful expression in one's existence.

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Freedom

By Kurt Vonnegut

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