Politics Quote by Vladimir Ilyich Lenin
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““Complete self-government for the province [gubernia and region], district and community through bureaucrats elected by universal suffrage; the abolition of all local and provincial authorities appointed by the state.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Theory, 1917
Advocates direct democratic control by elected officials, eliminating appointed bureaucratic power.
In simple terms: People should elect all local leaders, not have appointed ones.
Key Takeaway
Promote elected local governance.
Themes
democracy
politics
local governance
empowerment
Mood
critical
optimistic
Type
political
ideological
When to use this quote
- municipal elections
- community decision making
- political reform
Key Concepts
direct democracy
bureaucracy
suffrage
Questions to Reflect On
- How can true local self‑government be ensured?
- What safeguards prevent new elites?
A Different Perspective
Implementation can be hindered by existing power structures.
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