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Agitation Quote by Clara Zetkin

“The socialist parties of all countries are duty bound to fight energetically for the implementation of universal women's suffrage which is to be vigorously advocated both by agitation and by parliamentary means. When a battle for suffrage is conducted, it should only be conducted according to…” quote by Clara Zetkin
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“The socialist parties of all countries are duty bound to fight energetically for the implementation of universal women's suffrage which is to be vigorously advocated both by agitation and by parliamentary means. When a battle for suffrage is conducted, it should only be conducted according to socialist principles, and therefore with the demand of universal suffrage for women and men.”

Clara Zetkin

About This Quote

Source Speech: International Women's Day, 1910

Socialists must vigorously fight for universal suffrage for all genders, using both agitation and parliamentary means.

In simple terms: Socialists must push universal voting rights.

Key Takeaway

Advocate inclusive political participation.

Themes

politics gender equality activism strategy

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • elections
  • legislative campaigns
  • public rallies
  • education programs

Key Concepts

socialist theory democratic rights gender studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance agitation and legislation?
  • What allies are essential?
A Different Perspective

Political opposition can stall progress.

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