Believe Quote by Joseph Stalin
“We Marxists believe that revolution will occur in other countries, as well. But it will occur at a time when it will be considered possible or necessary by revolutionaries of those countries.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Party Congress, Soviet Union, 1930s
Revolution spreads when local activists deem it feasible or necessary, not automatically everywhere.
In simple terms: Revolutions happen where people think they can succeed.
Key Takeaway
Support movements when they’re ready.
Themes
revolution
political change
internationalism
Mood
determined
critical
Type
political
ideological
When to use this quote
- activist organizing
- policy advocacy
- grassroots movements
Key Concepts
Marxism
agency
historical materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What conditions make revolution possible?
- How can allies respect local agency?
A Different Perspective
Revolution may be suppressed by external forces.
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