Quote by Orson Scott Card

A regime that wraps itself in the flag of truth fears truth most of all, for if its story is falsified to the slightest degree, its authority is gone


A regime that wraps itself in the flag of truth fears truth

Summary

This quote suggests that regimes or political systems that proclaim themselves to be based on truth are often the ones most afraid of the truth being exposed. If any part of their narrative is proven false, it undermines their power and legitimacy. Hence, these regimes tend to repress or manipulate information to maintain their authority. It implies that the fear of truth arises from the understanding that the regime's foundation is built on falsehoods, and any cracks in this facade can lead to the erosion of its control.

By Orson Scott Card
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