Pol Pot – he rounded up anybody he thought was intellectual and had them executed. And how he told someone was intellectual or not was whether they wore glasses. If they’re that clever, take them off when they see him coming!
Meaning of the quote
The quote is talking about a terrible leader named Pol Pot. He believed that anyone who wore glasses was intelligent and a threat to him, so he had them killed. He thought that if someone was smart enough to wear glasses, they were too smart and had to be executed. This was a very cruel and unjust way to treat people just because they wore glasses.
About Ricky Gervais
Ricky Gervais is a renowned English comedian, actor, writer, producer, director, and musician. He co-created and starred in popular British TV shows like The Office, Extras, and After Life, earning numerous awards and accolades. Gervais began his career in the music industry before transitioning to comedy, where he became known for his sharp wit and provocative social commentary.
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