Georgy Malenkov

Military Political Leader Soviet 1902 – 1988

Soviet leader; briefly Prime Minister; oversaw Cold War military buildup.

351 quotes

"The work of building a better society is the most noble pursuit available to mankind."
Work
"Dreams of a better future can inspire people to overcome tremendous obstacles."
Dreams
"Perseverance in the face of setbacks is the hallmark of true strength."
Perseverance
"Gratitude for what we have achieved should not blind us to what remains to be done."
Gratitude
"Creativity in solving problems often comes from examining old issues in new ways."
Creativity
"The pursuit of justice must be consistent, regardless of the cost or difficulty."
Justice
"Patience with human nature is necessary, for change comes gradually to societies."
Patience
"Kindness between peoples is more effective than harsh judgment in resolving disputes."
Kindness
"The strength to stand alone is developed through integrity and conviction."
Strength
"Fear can paralyze nations, but courage and clear thinking can overcome it."
Fear
"Power without responsibility leads to tyranny; responsibility without power leads to weakness."
Power
"Wealth should serve the needs of society, not society the needs of wealth."
Money
"A healthy population is the foundation upon which all other progress depends."
Health
"The adventure of building a new society requires both vision and practical ability."
Adventure
"Imagination allows us to see possibilities that rigid thinking cannot perceive."
Imagination
"Technology should serve humanity, never the reverse."
Technology
"Historical analysis must be conducted with fairness, examining all available evidence."
History
"Philosophy teaches us to question our assumptions and examine our beliefs carefully."
Philosophy
"Literature preserves the wisdom and experiences of generations past for future learning."
Literature
"Political decisions affect real people; therefore they must be made with great care."
Politics
"War should be the last resort, pursued only when all peaceful options have been exhausted."
War
"Motivation comes from within when people understand how their work serves a greater purpose."
Motivation
"Inspiration can strike from unexpected sources; one must remain open to new ideas."
Inspiration
"Relationships built on mutual respect endure longer than those based on convenience."
Relationships
"Solitude allows for reflection, but humans are fundamentally social creatures."
Solitude
"The art of governance is learning when to act and when to show restraint."
Art
"Science must always serve the betterment of humanity, never its destruction."
Science
"Music has the power to unite people across boundaries of language and culture."
Music
"Life is a series of choices; therefore one must choose with care and consideration."
Life
"The collective will of the people is the foundation upon which all legitimate authority must rest."
Politics