Communist Quote by Mao Zedong
“The correctness of any of our policies has always to be tested and is always being tested by the masses themselves. We ourselves constantly examine our own decisions and policies. We correct our mistakes whenever we find them. We draw conclusions from all positive and negative experiences and apply those conclusions as widely as possible. In these ways relations between the Communist party and the masses of the people are constantly being improved.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Selected Works of Mao Zedong, 1957
Policies must be continuously evaluated by the people, with mistakes corrected and lessons applied to improve party‑people relations.
In simple terms: People test and improve policies.
Key Takeaway
Keep policies under public review.
Themes
politics
participation
accountability
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- government decision‑making
- community meetings
- policy reviews
- public forums
Key Concepts
feedback loops
mass involvement
self‑critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can diverse voices be ensured in policy testing?
- What mechanisms prevent token participation?
A Different Perspective
Mass testing may be uneven, leading to biased corrections.
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