We set ourselves the ultimate aim of abolishing the state…
“We set ourselves the ultimate aim of abolishing the state, i.e., all organized and systematic violence, all use of violence against people in general.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The goal is to eliminate all organized violence, including the state, to achieve a society without coercion.
In simple terms: Abolish state and all organized violence.
Work towards a non‑violent society.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy reform
- community organizing
- education initiatives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can a stateless society sustain order?
- What mechanisms replace state enforcement?
Human nature may resist total non‑violence, leading to power vacuums.