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The strong do what they want and the weak suffer what they must
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The strong do what they want and the weak suffer what they must

From Clarín · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The article references the ancient Greek historian Thucydides and his quote, "The strong do what they can and the weak suffer what they must."
  • This quote is presented as a framing for understanding power dynamics and historical events.
  • The article does not provide further context on how this quote is applied.

The article invokes the words of the ancient Greek historian Thucydides to frame a discussion on power and subjugation. His famous assertion, "The strong do what they want and the weak suffer what they must," serves as a stark reminder of enduring principles governing human affairs.

This quote, often cited in analyses of international relations and historical conflicts, suggests an inherent imbalance of power where dominant entities exert their will, often at the expense of those with less influence. It implies a deterministic view of history, where the actions of the powerful dictate the fate of the less powerful.

While the article presents this quote without immediate application to a specific event, its inclusion suggests a lens through which to interpret broader societal or political phenomena. It prompts reflection on the persistent realities of power dynamics that have shaped human societies across millennia.

The strong do what they want and the weak suffer what they must.

— ThucydidesA quote used to frame the article's perspective on power dynamics.
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Originally published by Clarín in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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