On the other hand, one factor helps us that no other liberation struggle in this region could count on - our liberation front is characterized by relatively highly developed class forces, tested in political struggles.
Joe SlovoNo movement finding itself in this stage of struggle can operate by getting authority from the leading body of the political organs for even minor action that is taken and we don't even know in the case of the actions which have publicize whether they are in fact our people.
Joe SlovoThe ANC, we believe, stands at the head of the whole liberation front, the whole Mass Democratic Movement.
Joe SlovoYou can't go to a negotiating table pointing a gun, but you've got to keep it over your shoulder.
Joe Slovo