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Communism Quote by George C. Marshall

“We are in the middle of a world revolution, and I don't mean Communism. The revolution I'm talking about is that of the little, poor people all over the world. They're beginning to learn what there is in life, and to learn what they are missing.” quote by George C. Marshall
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“We are in the middle of a world revolution, and I don't mean Communism. The revolution I'm talking about is that of the little, poor people all over the world. They're beginning to learn what there is in life, and to learn what they are missing.”

George C. Marshall

About This Quote

Source Speech: Address to the United Nations, 1947

A grassroots revolution of the poor will reshape society.

In simple terms: Poor people rising changes the world.

Key Takeaway

Support empowerment of marginalized communities.

Themes

social justice grassroots empowerment

Mood

hopeful urgent

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • community organizing
  • policy reform
  • education initiatives

Key Concepts

economic inequality human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent the poor from learning?
  • How can wealthier societies aid this revolution?
A Different Perspective

Change may be slow and face resistance.

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