Because They Could

“One of them says, ‘Why did they do it?’⁣ And the other says, ‘Because they could.’⁣ That is the only answer there ever is.” (The Power, Naomi Alderman; hand lettered by Emily PG Erickson)

“One of them says, ‘Why did they do it?’⁣

And the other says, ‘Because they could.’⁣

That is the only answer there ever is.”

The Power by Naomi Alderman

Published by Emily P.G. Erickson

Emily P.G. Erickson is a freelance writer and editor specializing in mental health and parenting. She has written for top digital publications, including The New York Times, the American Psychological Association, Wired, Health, Parents, Everyday Health, Verywell Mind, and more. Previously, Emily researched PTSD for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and earned a master's in counseling psychology. You can find the latest from Emily at www.emilypgerickson.com.

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