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“Communists have always viewed the national question through the prism of the class struggle, believing that its solution has to be subordinated to the interests of the Revolution, to the interests of socialism. That is why Communists and all fighters for socialism believe that the main aspect of…” quote by Leonid Brezhnev
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“Communists have always viewed the national question through the prism of the class struggle, believing that its solution has to be subordinated to the interests of the Revolution, to the interests of socialism. That is why Communists and all fighters for socialism believe that the main aspect of the national question is unification of the working people, regardless of their national origin, in the common struggle against every type of oppression, and for a new social system which rules out exploitation of the working people.”

Leonid Brezhnev

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Source Speech: Party Congress, 1975

Communists view national issues through class struggle, insisting that working‑people unity across ethnic lines is essential for socialism.

In simple terms: National issues tie to class struggle; unite workers.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize class solidarity over ethnic divisions.

Themes

politics socialism nationalism

Mood

serious critical

Type

ideological theoretical

When to use this quote

  • policy design
  • education campaigns

Key Concepts

class analysis revolutionary theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can class unity respect cultural differences?
  • What risks arise from suppressing national identities?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring cultural identities may cause resistance.

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