Quote by Erich Fromm

The successful revolutionary is a statesman, the unsuccessful one a criminal.

The successful revolutionary is a statesman, the unsuccessfu

Summary

This quote implies that the perception and judgment of a revolutionary depend on the outcome of their actions. If a revolution is successful in bringing about positive change and long-lasting stability, the instigator will be viewed as a statesman - someone who effectively governs and leads. However, if the revolution fails to achieve its intended goals or leads to chaos and harmful consequences, the instigator is labeled a criminal - someone who has violated the law and disrupted societal order. Ultimately, the success or failure of a revolution determines the perception of its leader, whether they are praised as a visionary or condemned as a lawbreaker.

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By Erich Fromm

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