Capitalism Quote by J. Stalin
“...the transition from capitalism to Socialism and the liberation of the working class from the yoke of capitalism cannot be effected by slow changes, by reforms, but only by a qualitative change of the capitalist system, by revolution. Hence, in order not to err in policy, one must be a revolutionary, not a reformist.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Soviet Political Discourse, 1930s
Revolution, essential; reforms insufficient for true socialist transformation.
In simple terms: Revolution needed, not reforms.
Embrace radical change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- labor movements
- political activism
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can peaceful reform achieve socialism?
- What risks do revolutions pose?
Reforms can still improve lives gradually.