Quote by Josef Stalin, (attributed)

Ideas are more powerful than guns. We would not let our enemies have guns, why should we let them have ideas.

Ideas are more powerful than guns. We would not let our enem

Summary

This quote, attributed to Joseph Stalin, suggests that ideas hold greater power and influence than weapons. Stalin implies that while an enemy's access to guns is restricted, their ability to shape minds and ideology remains dangerous and potentially threatening. By acknowledging the potency of ideas, the quote highlights the need to be vigilant in protecting society from potentially harmful or opposing ideologies that may impact and potentially manipulate the populace.

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By Josef Stalin, (attributed)

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