I have no particular love for the idealised worker as he appears in the bourgeois Communist's mind, but when I see an actual flesh-and-blood worker in conflict with his natural enemy, the policeman, I do not have to ask myself which side I am on.

Summary

This quote, by George Orwell, suggests that although the speaker may not romantically uphold the idea of the worker portrayed by bourgeois Communists, they firmly support the worker in real-life situations. When observing a worker pitted against their adversary, the policeman, the speaker feels no ambiguity and instinctively aligns with the worker. By making this statement, Orwell seems to criticize the inherent conflict and power dynamics between the working class and law enforcement, implying his solidarity lies with the oppressed and marginalized.

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