Quote by George Orwell

The further a society drifts from truth the more it will hate those who speak it.

The further a society drifts from truth the more it will hat

Summary

This quote suggests that as a society becomes more disconnected from truth, it develops hostility towards individuals who dare to speak it. It implies that when people are confronted with uncomfortable or inconvenient truths, they may respond with animosity towards those who convey those truths. This explanation highlights the growing aversion towards truth in a society that prioritizes subjective perspectives and rejects objective facts, leading to a disdain for individuals who challenge the prevailing narrative.

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By George Orwell

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