How to Dismantle a Dictatorship Quotes

“Totalitarianism restricts joy in every way possible. Dismantling a dictatorship involves draining energy from the regime and pouring energy into its alternative. Effective resistance receives energy through laughing, talking, reading, sharing, and creating connections with others. When interacting with those outside the regime, add energy and create connections whenever possible. Sing, dance, wear colours, be creative, be generous and kind, share food, tell jokes, play tricks on the regime, make a game of resistance. Share grief and mourning so it is easier to bear. Reduce fear with laughter, connection, and loyalty to others. These are all methods to reduce sublation to the will of the tyrant.”
― Heather Marsh, How to Dismantle a Dictatorship

“In reality, the way to topple a dictator is found within ourselves.”
― Heather Marsh, How to Dismantle a Dictatorship

“Most people can see that dictators are not extraordinary people in any way, yet they are credited with single-handedly assembling and upholding tyrannies.”
― Heather Marsh, How to Dismantle a Dictatorship

“Dismantling a dictatorship is not easy, but it is a lot easier than holding one together.”
― Heather Marsh, How to Dismantle a Dictatorship