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“We must take the initiative; we must be permanently on the offensive. It is the battle of class struggle. We must keep the enemy always on the defensive.” quote by Samora Machel
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“We must take the initiative; we must be permanently on the offensive. It is the battle of class struggle. We must keep the enemy always on the defensive.”

Samora Machel

About This Quote

Source Speech: Liberation Movement Rally, 1975

Advocates relentless proactive strategy in class struggle, urging constant offensive posture to destabilize opponents.

In simple terms: Stay aggressive in fight for change.

Key Takeaway

Maintain offensive pressure.

Themes

politics conflict strategy

Mood

determined defiant

Type

political revolutionary

When to use this quote

  • political campaigns
  • labor movements
  • social activism

Key Concepts

class struggle power dynamics revolutionary tactics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one balance aggression with coalition building?
  • What risks arise from perpetual offensiveness?
A Different Perspective

Constant offense may provoke backlash and alienate potential allies.

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