Politics Quotes

"Politics divides, but principles unite"

"Politics is often about choosing the lesser evil"

"Politics and warfare often intersect, and understanding both is necessary for effective leadership."

"A government of the people must serve the people, not rule them."

"Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build a bridge even where there is no river."

"The purpose of Soviet power is not to wither away, but to develop into something better."

"Communism is Soviet power plus electrification of the whole country."

"Politics shapes the world we live in."

"Compromise is not a dirty word. It's the basis of our democracy."

"Democracy requires eternal vigilance and active participation from all citizens."

"Politics without ethics is tyranny."

"We will bury you, not with a shovel but with our economic system"

"The virgin soil of communism will yield a rich harvest"

"Promise them anything, give them a newspaper"

"A diplomat's words must have no relation to actions"

"The capitalists will sell us the rope with which we will hang them"

"Friendship between nations is built on shared interests, not shared values"

"Patience in politics is as important as speed in military maneuvers."

"The pursuit of national interest justifies military action."

"The military is the instrument of state policy."

"Compromise is how democracy works."

"Communism is Soviet power plus the electrification of the whole country."

"We cannot expect the American people to jump from capitalism to communism, but we can assist their elected leaders in making small steps towards communism."

"A diplomat's words must never outpace his government's power to enforce them."

"In politics, there are no permanent friends, only permanent interests."

"Nations must sometimes choose between comfort and security."

"A nation's defense depends upon both might and moral clarity."

"Political decisions affect real people; therefore they must be made with great care."

"Politics at its best serves the common good."

"The collective will of the people is the foundation upon which all legitimate authority must rest."