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“I entered the Communist Party because its cause was just and I will leave it when it ceases to be just.” quote by Jean-Paul Sartre
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“I entered the Communist Party because its cause was just and I will leave it when it ceases to be just.”

Jean-Paul Sartre

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

One joins the Communist Party only if its cause is just, and will leave when it ceases to be just.

In simple terms: Join only just causes, leave when they become unjust.

Key Takeaway

Commit to justice, not ideology.

Themes

politics justice ideology commitment

Mood

critical reflective determined

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • party membership
  • social movements

Key Concepts

ethical consistency political engagement principled activism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a just cause for you?
  • How do you assess when a movement loses its justice?
A Different Perspective

Assumes clear definition of “just” which can be subjective.

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