an imaginary dialogue between an artist and the State

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"No, you don't get it. You're not actually supposed to, or allowed to, pay this off. It's there so that we can silence you and put you back in prison when we wish, which is to say 'soon' and, Mao willing, 'for the rest of your life'."

"But the people have..."

"We are The People, sir. And as such, we decide whether The People support you or not. Suggestions to the contrary are treason. Now stop being so difficult and submit to The People's will."