You are scared of the interior minister. He doesn't scare my dog.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker claims indifference to authority figures who intimidate others.
- In plain terms
- He isn't afraid of someone powerful who scares people.
- What can you take from it?
- Fear is selective; not everyone respects intimidation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is fear justified?
- Does bravery mean ignoring risk?
Another view
It trivializes real dangers posed by state actors.
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