I cannot suggest political ways out, that is the task of politicians, so it is simply that those who accuse me of this do not know how to read.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author states that finding political solutions is the job of politicians, and critics who ask for them are misunderstanding his work.
- In plain terms
- He is not a politician and cannot offer political fixes to critics.
- What can you take from it?
- Writers and thinkers have different roles than politicians.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who is responsible for solving political problems?
- What should writers do about politics?
Another view
Writers can influence politics even if they do not seek office.
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