Discussion: Politics and the English Language

Author: George Orwell

Description: In Politics and the English Language, George Orwell critiques the decline of language clarity and its connection to political manipulation. Orwell argues that vague, convoluted language in political discourse often serves to obscure truth and enable totalitarian control. He explores how the degradation of language contributes to the degradation of thought itself, calling for more precise, honest communication. Orwell emphasizes the importance of clear writing in resisting political corruption, advocating for simplicity and directness to preserve both language and democracy.

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