Pigs manipulate rules for own benefit from "summary" of Animal Farm by George Orwell
The pigs on Animal Farm soon took over the role of leaders, claiming that they were the most intelligent animals on the farm. They devised a system of rules and commandments that all animals were expected to follow, with the pigs enforcing these rules with the help of vicious dogs they had trained. However, as time passed, it became increasingly clear that the pigs were bending these rules to suit their own needs and desires. For example, one of the commandments initially stated that "All animals are equal." Yet, the pigs quickly found ways to justify their own superiority, arguing that they needed more food and better living conditions because of their important leadership roles. They also began to make decisions without consulting the other animals, gradually consolidating their power and influence on the farm. The pigs also manipulated the language of the commandments to suit their own agenda. When they began trading with humans, one of the commandments was altered from "No animal shall drink alcohol" to "No animal shall drink alcohol to excess." This subtle change allowed the pigs to indulge in alcohol while still technically following the rules they had set for themselves and the other animals. As the pigs grew more corrupt and greedy, they became increasingly willing to sacrifice the well-being of the other animals to further their own interests. They engaged in trade with humans, despite the initial commandment that forbade such interaction. And when some of the animals questioned their decisions, the pigs used fear and intimidation to silence any dissent, painting those who spoke out as traitors and enemies of the farm.- The pigs on Animal Farm demonstrated a willingness to manipulate rules and language to serve their own interests. Through deception, manipulation, and coercion, they were able to maintain their position of authority while exploiting the other animals for their own gain. This manipulation of rules for personal benefit ultimately led to the downfall of the farm and the realization that the pigs were no different from the oppressive humans they had overthrown.
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