The only justification for repressive institutions is

“The only justification for repressive institutions is material and cultural deficit. But such institutions, at certain stages of history, perpetuate and produce such a deficit, and even threaten human survival.”

— Noam Chomsky

Author: Noam Chomsky
Category: history
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In the literal sense, there has been

“In the literal sense, there has been no relevant evolution since the trek from Africa. But there has been substantial progress towards higher standards of rights, justice and freedom – along with all too many illustrations of how remote is the goal of a decent society.”

— Noam Chomsky

Author: Noam Chomsky
Category: freedom
Tags: freedom, Noam Chomsky