Believe Quote by Nadine Gordimer
“The Communist Party is very popular in South Africa, especially among the young people. Never having had a chance to travel, and having suffered so much under capitalism, they still can't believe that the Russian people themselves have rejected it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 1995
Young South Africans, shaped by hardship, may idealize alternatives despite evidence of failure elsewhere.
In simple terms: Hardship fuels idealism, even when flawed.
Key Takeaway
Critically evaluate political ideals.
Themes
politics
idealism
youth
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
political
analysis
When to use this quote
- voting
- activism
- education
Key Concepts
post‑colonial theory
disillusionment
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence challenges these beliefs?
- How can youth be better informed?
A Different Perspective
Idealism can ignore practical realities.
