People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf

People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf

The quote "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf" is often attributed to George Orwell, although there is some debate about its true origins. Regardless of who said it first, the sentiment behind the quote is one that resonates deeply with Orwell's work and beliefs.