"The Occupy movement found places where people who were feeling that anger could come and share it - and that is, as we all know, extremely important in any political movement. The Occupy sites became a way you could gauge the levels of anger and discontent."
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Arundhati Roy, born on November 24, 1961, in Shillong, India, is a celebrated author and political activist, best known for her novel "The God of Small Things," which won the Booker Prize in 1997. Her poignant storytelling intertwines personal and political narratives, reflecting her deep commitment to social justice and human rights. Beyond her literary accolades, Roy's powerful essays critique globalization, environmental issues, and war, establishing her as a formidable voice in contemporary literature and activism. Her legacy continues to inspire readers and advocates worldwide.
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"Caste is about dividing people up in ways that preclude every form of solidarity, because even in the lowest castes, there are divisions and sub-castes, and everyone's co-opted into the business of this hierarchical, silo-ised society."
Arundhati Roy"I have nothing against romance. I believe that we must hold on to the right to dream and to be romantic. But an Indian village is not something that I would romanticize that easily."
Arundhati Roy