Fascists Quote by Evelyn Waugh
““They are all negros. And the Fascists won’t be called black because of their racial pride, so they are called White after the White Russians. And the Bolsheviks want to be called Black because of their racial pride. So when you say black you mean red, and when you mean red you say white and when the party who call themselves blacks say traitors they mean what we call blacks, but what we mean when we say traitors I really couldn’t tell you. But from your point of view it will be quite simple. Lord Copper only wants patriot victories and both sides call themselves patriots, and of course both sides will claim all the victories. But, of course, it’s really a war between Russia and Germany and Italy and Japan who are all against one another on the patriotic side. I hope I make myself plain?””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unpublished wartime commentary, 1940s
The speaker describes confusing political labels, showing how factions manipulate identity terms for propaganda, blurring true alliances.
In simple terms: Political labels are twisted for propaganda.
Key Takeaway
Questionify the real motives behind political branding.
Themes
politics
propaganda
identity
war
language
Mood
confusing
critical
analytical
Type
political
historical
critical
When to use this quote
- historical analysis
- media literacy
- political debate
Key Concepts
nationalism
ideology
misdirection
Questions to Reflect On
- How do labels shape our perception of allies and enemies?
- What dangers arise when language is weaponized?
A Different Perspective
The explanation may oversimplify complex alliances.
