Communism cannot be imposed by force.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Lenin states that communism cannot be forced on people.
- In plain terms
- Communism must arise voluntarily.
- What can you take from it?
- Force undermines true communism.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can voluntary communism be encouraged?
- What role does coercion play in history?
Another view
Voluntary adoption may be slow or incomplete.
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