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1984 Welcome Speech

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Welcome! Citizens of Oceania, welcome. I know that there has been some speculation regarding my existence and my whereabouts. Know that even though none of you have seen me before, I have always been watching you. Whenever you see a poster that reads, “Big Brother is watching you,” know that this is the absolute truth, and anyone who says otherwise is revocable. I am certain that some of you might feel lost, and I am here to erase any doubts you have. I am here today to help each and every one of you to get back on the right track, and fulfill your role as dutiful citizens of Oceania. Before I address anything else I would like to make it clear that I have one and only one duty, which is to protect and ensure the safety and well being of …show more content…

Winston Smith used to work in the Ministry of Truth. As a member of the Ministry of Truth, his duty obliged him to report the truth on news, entertainment, education and fine arts. However, instead of doing so, he got lost and was corrupted by an Outer Party member. Fortunately, I was able to help me get back on the right track. Winston realized that he was staring at a deep abyss by trying to tread the treacherous path for corrupted souls. Again, I would like to remind each and everyone of you that I am watching you. If ever there are any of you who got lost just like Winston did, I will be waiting on the edge of the cliff to haul you …show more content…

The answer to this question requires only two words – Emmanuel Goldstein. Although you might be familiar with Emmanuel Goldstein from Two Minutes of Hate, not all of you might be acquainted with the reason why he is considered as the Enemy of the People. Simply put, he is the reason behind this war we are waging. He is the reason behind why there are widows and orphans among us. He is the reason behind the rebellion that has caused our nation to suffer. I considered him a brother, and yet he turned on me. He turned on us. Due to people like him, the notion of peace is threatened. He will do everything in his power to attack us and brainwash our people to support him. What he fails to recognize is the unity that binds us all together, my fellow citizens. We will retaliate and everyone who has committed a Thoughtcrime, including him, will be punished. Rest assured that I am doing my best to bring all perpetrators that threatens our peace to

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