I am nothing but I must be everything.
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...the first step in the revolution by the working class, is to raise the proletariat to the position of ruling class, to win the battle for democracy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of the working class gaining power to achieve democracy.
Karl Marx highlights that for a significant societal change, particularly a revolution, the working class must elevate its status to that of the ruling class. This transition is essential in the fight for true democracy, wherein the interests and rights of the proletariat are acknowledged and enforced.
Themes
Working ClassRevolutionDemocracyProletariatPower
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for workers' rights.
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