Quote by Robin G. Collingwood

Like other revolutionaries I can thank God for the reactionaries. They clarify the issue.

Like other revolutionaries I can thank God for the reactiona

Summary

This quote suggests that revolutionaries should be grateful for the presence of reactionaries because they help bring clarity to the situation at hand. By opposing progressive ideas or movements, reactionaries force revolutionaries to examine their objectives, values, and visions more thoroughly. The resistance provided by reactionaries can strengthen and sharpen the ideologies of revolutionaries, ultimately leading to a clearer understanding of their goals and a more effective pursuit of social, political or cultural change. Thus, the quote emphasizes the importance of opposition in facilitating a deeper understanding and articulation of revolutionary ideas.

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By Robin G. Collingwood

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