Ye I get that but my main point is that it is not Orwell the real person that is quoted, but a fictional character that is a high level official in a dystopic police agency. If you haven't read the book it might be as Orwell the author is complicit.

But sry might be a nitpick and obvious from context.

I’m old and have read 1984 many times. But to your point, it doesn’t mean everyone has. Your note provides useful clarification. Cheers!