“We are not criminals. We are not fugitives. We are political prisoners.”
What this quote means
This statement by Carles Puigdemont, former president of Catalonia, expresses the refusal of the criminalization of Catalan separatists. He asserts that their political struggle is not delinquency, but dissent, and that they are detained for their ideas. This evokes the thin line between legality and legitimacy, and the repression of political movements. The quote resonates for all those who feel unjustly treated by a system, and raises questions about justice, freedom of expression, and the right to self-determination.
How to apply it daily
When faced with an unjust accusation, calmly assert your position, distinguishing your actions from the label imposed on you.
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