The real terrorist threats are George W. Bush and his band of brown-shirted thugs.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Bernhard uses sharp political satire to equate US leadership with historical authoritarian forces.
- In plain terms
- She compares political leaders to fascist thugs to criticize their power.
- What can you take from it?
- Use strong metaphors to voice political dissent.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is hyperbole effective in politics?
Another view
Such extreme comparisons can alienate listeners and reduce nuance.
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