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“The revolution eats its own. Capitalism re-creates itself.” quote by Mordecai Richler
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“The revolution eats its own. Capitalism re-creates itself.”

Mordecai Richler

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Richler Collection, 1990s

Systems that dominate eventually consume themselves, and capitalism continually reshapes itself to survive.

In simple terms: Power collapses itself; capitalism adapts.

Key Takeaway

Watch for self‑destruction in dominant systems.

Themes

power economics cycle self‑destruction

Mood

cautious critical

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political analysis
  • business strategy
  • historical study

Key Concepts

Marxism systemic risk reinvention

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs show a system turning on itself?
  • How can societies guard against cyclical collapse?
A Different Perspective

Self‑destruction can be slowed by external regulation.

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