The people's community must not be a mere phrase, but a…
“The people's community must not be a mere phrase, but a revolutionary achievement following from the radical carrying out of the basic life needs of the working class. A ruthless battle against corruption! A war against exploitation, freedom for the workers! The elimination of all economic-capitalist influences on national policy...Maintaining a rotten economic system has nothing to do with nationalism, which is an affirmation of the Fatherland. I can love Germany and hate capitalism. Not only can I, I must.”
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Calls for revolutionary action against capitalism, linking nationalism with anti‑capitalist sentiment.
In simple terms: Fight capitalism, protect workers.
Mobilize class struggle.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- labor unions
- political activism
- policy reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nationalism affect economic views?
- What are ethical limits of activism?
Extremist rhetoric can incite violence.