Bourgeoisie Quote by Mao Zedong
“It will take a long period to decide the issue in the ideological struggle between socialism and capitalism in our country. The reason is that the influence of the bourgeoisie and of the intellectuals who come from the old society will remain in our country for a long time to come, and so will their class ideology. If this is not sufficiently understood, or is not understood at all, the gravest mistakes will be made and the necessity of waging the struggle in the ideological field will be ignored.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Report on the Investigation of the Party’s Ideological Work, 1942
The clash of socialist and capitalist ideas will persist because bourgeois and old‑society intellectual influences endure, risking grave errors if not recognized.
In simple terms: Old ideas linger, causing mistakes unless understood.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address lingering bourgeois influence.
Themes
ideology
politics
history
class struggle
Mood
cautious
analytical
serious
Type
political
historical
theoretical
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- education reform
- media analysis
- academic curricula
- public discourse
Key Concepts
marxism
capitalism
cultural hegemony
political education
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a society effectively counter deep‑rooted bourgeois ideology?
- What mechanisms reveal hidden class biases?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring entrenched ideas can lead to policy failures and social unrest.
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