When our party had only seven men, it already had two principles. First, it wanted to be a party with a true ideology. And second, it wanted to be the one and only power in Germany.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hitler states his party had two early principles: a true ideology and exclusive power in Germany.
- In plain terms
- The party aimed for a true ideology and to be the only power.
- What can you take from it?
- Ideological exclusivity and total power were early goals.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines a true ideology?
- Why seek exclusive power?
Another view
It admits aiming for one-party rule from the start.
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