Revolution Quote by Howard Fast
““The revolution goes on; a man does not make the revolution, not a thousand men, not an army and not a party; the revolution comes from the people as they reach toward God, and a little of God is in each person and each will not forget it. This it is the revolution when slaves shake their chains and the revolution when a strong man bends toward a weaker and says, "Here, comrade, is my arm." The revolution goes on and nothing stops it; but because the people are seeking what is good, not what is wicked or powerful or cruel or rich or venal, but simply what is good--because of that the people flounder and feel along one dark road after another. The people no more all-seeing than their rulers once were; it is in intention that they differ.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Workers’ Congress, 1947
Revolution is a continuous, people‑driven process rooted in shared humanity, not a single leader or group.
In simple terms: People drive ongoing revolutions.
Key Takeaway
Empower collective action for change.
Themes
revolution
people power
spiritual unity
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social movements
- community organizing
- grassroots activism
Key Concepts
collective agency
ethical purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How can individuals sustain revolutionary momentum?
- What limits collective action?
A Different Perspective
Idealism may overlook practical challenges.
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