My son is 22 years old. If he had not become a Communist at 22, I would have disowned him. If he is still a Communist at 30, I will do it then.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Clemenceau accepts young communists but warns against older ones.
- In plain terms
- I accept youthful idealism but not old communism.
- What can you take from it?
- Idealism is expected in youth but viewed skeptically later.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When do you expect change?
- Is age a good measure?
Another view
Political maturity varies individually regardless of age.
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