Consideration Quote by Henry A. Kissinger
“Revolutionaries are rarely motivated primarily by material considerations-though the illusion that they are persists in the West.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on political theory, 1998
Revolutionaries are driven by ideals, not profit, though Western narratives often misrepresent this.
In simple terms: Idealism, not money, drives revolutions, despite misconceptions.
Recognize true motives behind social movements.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy analysis
- historical study
- media critique
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your own political actions?
- How can we better portray revolutionary motives?
Idealistic motives can be compromised by practical constraints.