Believe Quote by Anthony Crosland
“We conceive the function of Tribune to be the expression in popular form, and to as large a public as possible, of the views of the Left and Marxist wing of social democracy in this country. Its policy must be that of those who believe that the present leadership of the Labour Party is not sufficiently Socialist.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on political strategy, UK, 1970s
The Tribune should broadly convey left‑wing and Marxist ideas to the widest audience, opposing the Labour Party’s moderate leadership.
In simple terms: Tribune must spread leftist views widely, challenging Labour’s centrist stance.
Promote socialist policies through mass media.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- campaigning
- policy advocacy
- public debates
- media outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leftist ideas be presented without alienating centrists?
- What media strategies best broaden political reach?
May alienate moderate voters and limit broader appeal.