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Believe Quote by J. Stalin

“We Marxists believe that a revolution will also take place in other countries. But it will take place only when the revolutionaries in those countries think it possible, or necessary. The export of revolution is nonsense. Every country will make its own revolution if it wants to, and if it does…” quote by J. Stalin
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“We Marxists believe that a revolution will also take place in other countries. But it will take place only when the revolutionaries in those countries think it possible, or necessary. The export of revolution is nonsense. Every country will make its own revolution if it wants to, and if it does not want to, there will be no revolution.”

J. Stalin

About This Quote

Source Speech: Party Congress, 1930s

Revolution must arise organically within each nation; external attempts are futile.

In simple terms: Each country must spark its own revolution.

Key Takeaway

Support local agency and self‑determination.

Themes

politics revolution nationalism self‑determination

Mood

serious determined

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political movements
  • grassroots activism
  • policy reform
  • international relations
  • decolonization

Key Concepts

organic change external influence ideological spread

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can nations help without imposing?
  • What role does global solidarity play?
A Different Perspective

External support can still be valuable in solidarity.

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