is an
intelligent, political dissident, who vehemently opposes the Party and is not brainwashed into
believing the government's overt lies. Winston actively seeks evidence to prove that life was
better before the Party usurped power and is a thoughtcriminal, who writes "DOWN WITH BIG
BROTHER" numerous times in his secret journal. Unlike the Parsons and the overwhelming
majority of the population, Winston Smith is an independent thinker and one of the last
remaining genuine human beings not obsessed with Big Brother.
In contrast,
the Parsons are depicted as ignorant, completely orthodox Party members, who accept and believe
the government's propaganda. Mr. Parsons is a staunch supporter of Big Brother and sacrifices
his personal time to prepare for the Hate Week festivities. Their children are depicted as
aggressive supporters of the Party, who are trained to spy on thoughtcriminals and report them
to the Thought Police. Winston fears the children and discovers that they even turned in their
father for engaging in thoughtcrime.
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