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I say, of the Congress, then, this - that its aims are…

“I say, of the Congress, then, this - that its aims are mistaken, that the spirit in which it proceeds towards their accomplishment is not a spirit of sincerity and whole-heartedness, and that the methods it has chosen are not the right methods, and the leaders in whom it trusts, not the right sort…” quote by Sri Aurobindo
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“I say, of the Congress, then, this - that its aims are mistaken, that the spirit in which it proceeds towards their accomplishment is not a spirit of sincerity and whole-heartedness, and that the methods it has chosen are not the right methods, and the leaders in whom it trusts, not the right sort of men to be leaders; - in brief, that we are at present the blind led, if not by the blind, at any rate by the one-eyed.”

Sri Aurobindo

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

He criticizes the Congress for lacking sincerity and proper leadership, likening it to a blind or one‑eyed guide.

In simple terms: He says the Congress is misguided.

Key Takeaway

Demand transparent, sincere leadership.

Themes

politics leadership integrity

Mood

critical concerned

Type

political analytical

When to use this quote

  • political reform
  • activism
  • public policy

Key Concepts

institutional critique ethical governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities define trustworthy leadership?
  • How can citizens hold leaders accountable?
A Different Perspective

Change may be slow or resisted.

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