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'This next song goes out to those who still believe that there is an american dream. And still believe that within that dream there is something called freedom. It is time to fucking wake up, and begin to truly think for ourselves, and find new sources of information... otherwise - things like what's happening in the persian gulf with continue. They will be able to make decisions for you, unless you fucking wake up, and take that veil of complacence from your eyes, and fucking begin to remove the bullet from your head.' [Said before performing Bullet in the Head]

Zack de la Rocha#16

FreedomWarCritical thinkingInformation

About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker urges listeners to wake up from complacency and seek new information to stop endless wars.
In plain terms
Stop believing the American Dream blindly and think for yourself.
What can you take from it?
Critical thought is needed to prevent wars and control.

Where it applies

  • political activism
  • peace movements
  • personal reflection

Putting it to work

  • seek independent news
  • question leaders
  • think critically

Questions to consider

  • Are you awake?
  • What is the real cost?

Another view

The language is aggressive and confrontational.

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