Mark Quote by Andre Gide
“Though a revolution may call itself "national," it always marks the victory of a single party.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Immoralist, 1902
Revolutions labeled as national often serve a single party's dominance.
In simple terms: National revolutions can mask single‑party rule.
Key Takeaway
Question true motives behind political change.
Themes
politics
revolution
power
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy reforms
- social movements
Key Concepts
political theory
history
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from a so-called national revolution?
- How can citizens safeguard pluralism?
A Different Perspective
Populist rhetoric can obscure agendas.
