When one thinks of all the people who support or have supported Fascism, one stands amazed at their diversity. ... But the clue is really very simple. They are all people with something to lose, or people who long for a hierarchical society and dread the prospect of a world of free and equal human beings.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Orwell explains that diverse people support Fascism because they have something to lose or desire hierarchy over freedom and equality.
- In plain terms
- Different people support Fascism because they fear losing power or want a society with clear hierarchies.
- What can you take from it?
- Fascism attracts those who fear equality or wish to protect their status.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do people fear equality?
- What drives support for authoritarianism?
Another view
The explanation simplifies complex political motivations.
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