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Quote by David Graeber on Direct Action and Freedom

„Direct action is, ultimately, the defiant insistence on acting as if one is already free.“

David GraeberDavid Graeber describes direct action as the insistence on acting as if one is already free.
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David Graeber was an American anthropologist, anarchist, and activist known for his critical analyses of society and economics.

This quote by David Graeber emphasizes the importance of direct action as an expression of freedom and resistance.


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David Graeber quote about direct action and freedom

David Graeber (1961–2020) was an American anthropologist, anarchist, and author. He was known for his work in political anthropology and involvement in social movements such as Occupy Wall Street. His critiques of economic and political systems gained international attention.

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