Oppressed must liberate themselves from "summary" of Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire
The oppressed, trapped in a cycle of marginalization and subjugation, must recognize their own agency in order to break free from the chains of oppression. They cannot rely solely on external forces to liberate them; they must take action and reclaim their own voice. This process of liberation is not a passive one, but an active and transformative one that requires critical reflection and praxis. The oppressors, who hold power and control over the oppressed, will not willingly relinquish their dominance. It is up to the oppressed to challenge and resist this oppressive system, to question the status quo, and to strive for a more just and equitable society. This process of liberation is not easy, it requires courage, perseverance, and a...
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