One is a socialist because one used to be one, no longer going to demonstrations, attending meetings, sending in one's dues, in short, without paying.

Summary

This quote suggests that the label "socialist" is often attached to individuals based on their past participation in socialist activities such as attending meetings and demonstrations and paying membership fees. However, the quote implies that one can still identify as a socialist even if they have disengaged from these active forms of involvement. It implies that being a socialist is not solely defined by one's actions, but rather by the beliefs and values they hold, regardless of their current level of participation or financial contributions.

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