Quote by Franz Kafka

Every revolution evaporates and leaves behind only the slime of a new bureaucracy.

Every revolution evaporates and leaves behind only the slime

Summary

This quote suggests that revolutions, although initially driven by the desire for change and progress, eventually result in the emergence of a bureaucratic system. It implies that the original revolutionary spirit fades away, replaced by a complex administrative structure that may hinder further development and adherence to the initial ideals. The "slime" alludes to the negative aspects associated with bureaucracy, such as corruption, inefficiency, or red tape, indicating that revolutions often fail to fully realize long-lasting positive transformations due to the growth of such bureaucratic mechanisms.

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