Quote by James Connolly

Without the power of the Industrial Union behind it, Democracy can only enter the State as the victim enters the gullet of the Serpent.

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Summary

This quote suggests that without the support and influence of powerful industrial unions, the principles of democracy can easily be exploited and undermined. Democracy, portrayed as a vulnerable victim, enters the political system like prey entering a predator's mouth, suggesting that it is at risk of being swallowed or devoured by powerful and oppressive forces. The quote serves as a warning about the importance of unions in safeguarding and preserving the integrity of democracy.

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By James Connolly

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