Quote by Michel Foucault

The strategic adversary is fascism... the fascism in us all, in our heads and in our everyday behavior, the fascism that causes us to love power, to desire the very thing that dominates and exploits us.

The strategic adversary is fascism... the fascism in us all,

Summary

This quote suggests that the true enemy to be fought against is not external forces, but rather the inherent fascist tendencies within ourselves. It highlights the notion that fascism resides in our thoughts and actions, leading us to crave power and willingly submit to systems that oppress and manipulate us. By pointing out that this form of fascism exists in our everyday behavior, the quote emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and resistance against the tendencies that perpetuate such power structures.

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Power

By Michel Foucault

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