Bases Quote by Mao Zedong
“On what basis should our policy rest? It should rest on our own strength, and that means regeneration through one's own efforts. We are not alone; all the countries and people in the world opposed to imperialism are our friends. Nevertheless, we stress regeneration through our own efforts. Relying on the forces we ourselves organize, we can defeat all Chinese and foreign reactionaries.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Selected Works of Mao Zedong, 1945-1976
Self-reliance and collective strength are essential for policy; regeneration comes from one's own effort and solidarity with anti‑imperialist allies.
In simple terms: Policy must be built on self‑strength and shared anti‑imperialism.
Key Takeaway
Rely on own effort and allies.
Themes
self‑reliance
solidarity
anti‑imperialism
regeneration
Mood
determined
defiant
Type
political
ideological
When to use this quote
- building national defense
- organizing grassroots movements
- forming international anti‑imperialist coalitions
Key Concepts
Marxist theory
political strategy
national sovereignty
Questions to Reflect On
- How can self‑reliance be balanced with necessary external cooperation?
- What risks arise when over‑emphasizing internal effort?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical resource limits and external threats.
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