Quote by Vaclav Havel

Because the regime is captive to its own lies, it must falsify everything. It falsifies the past. It falsifies the present, and it falsifies the future. It falsifies statistics. It pretends not to possess an omnipotent and unprincipled police apparatus. It pretends to respect human rights. It pretends to prosecute no one. It pretends to fear nothing. It pretends to pretend nothing.

Because the regime is captive to its own lies, it must falsi

Summary

This quote highlights the pervasive nature of a regime that is deeply entrenched in lies and deception. By falsifying historical events, manipulating the present, and distorting future prospects, the regime ensures its continued control over information and power. It fabricates statistics, feigns ignorance about its oppressive apparatus, and puts on a facade of respecting human rights, while avoiding prosecution or displaying any vulnerability. In essence, the regime is built on pretending, maintaining an illusion of invincibility, and manipulating truths to maintain its authority.

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Tyranny

By Vaclav Havel

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