Quote by Leo Tolstoy

The greater the state, the more wrong and cruel its patriotism, and the greater is the sum of suffering upon which its power is founded.

The greater the state, the more wrong and cruel its patrioti

Summary

This quote suggests that as the power of a state increases, its patriotism often becomes more distorted and oppressive. It implies that a strong sense of national pride can lead to wrong and cruel actions, causing significant suffering among its people. The quote implies a critique of unchecked nationalism and authoritarian regimes that may prioritize their own power over the well-being of their citizens. It highlights the correlation between a state's ideals of patriotism and the level of suffering endured by its population in the pursuit of maintaining and expanding its power.

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Power Patriotism Wrongs

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