"被压迫者的传统教导我们，我们所生活的紧急状态不是例外，而是常态。"
— Walter Benjamin
Simplified Meaning:
Throughout history, people who have been mistreated and controlled by others often realize that crises and urgent problems are not rare events but are constant parts of their lives. For example, in many countries, poor communities face ongoing issues like lack of clean water, insufficient healthcare, and frequent violence. These are not surprising, one-time events but a regular part of their daily existence. This idea teaches us that we need to see these continuous struggles as normal and not occasional surprises. By recognizing this, people can better understand the root causes of these problems and work toward long-term solutions instead of just fixing things temporarily. In our own lives, this means paying attention to and addressing ongoing difficulties, rather than ignoring them until they become emergencies.
