Wherever capitalism appears, in pursuit of its mission of exploitation, there will Socialism, fertilized by misery, watered by tears, and vitalized by agitation be also found, unfurling its class-struggle banner and proclaiming its mission of emancipation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Socialism arises naturally as a response to the suffering caused by capitalism.
- In plain terms
- When capitalism exploits people, socialism grows from their struggle.
- What can you take from it?
- Oppression creates the conditions for liberation movements.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What conditions give rise to social movements?
- Is socialism inevitable?
Another view
It presents a deterministic view of political evolution.
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