One makes mistakes; that is life. But it is never a mistake to have loved.
Romain RollandRead
History furnishes to politics all the arguments that it needs, for the chosen cause.
Interpretation
What this quote means
History provides the necessary justification and arguments for political actions based on the chosen cause.
This quote by Romain Rolland emphasizes the idea that political leaders and movements often rely on historical precedents and narratives to validate their decisions and actions. History can be selectively interpreted to support a particular political agenda, suggesting that political arguments are not solely based on present circumstances but are deeply influenced by past events and interpretations.
Themes
HistoryPoliticsArgumentsCauseJustification
In practice
Example use cases
In a political debate, a candidate might reference this quote to emphasize the importance of understanding historical context.
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