Quote by George Orwell

Most revolutionaries are potential Tories, because they imagine that everything can be put right by altering the shape of society; once that change is effected, as it sometimes is, they see no need for any other.

Most revolutionaries are potential Tories, because they imag

Summary

This quote suggests that many revolutionaries have a tendency to become conservatives. This is because they believe that by simply transforming the structure of society, all problems will be resolved. However, once this change occurs, they become complacent and fail to recognize the need for further reforms or improvements. The quote highlights the paradoxical nature of revolutionaries who, despite initially seeking radical change, can become satisfied with superficial alterations to the system, ultimately aligning themselves with conservative ideologies.

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By George Orwell

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