As soon as there are no more classes, as soon as boundaries between classes are effaced, as soon as only a few but non-fundamental differences between various strata of the socialist society remain - there can no longer be nourishing ground for the formation of parties struggling among themselves.
Joseph StalinWe secured peace for our country for one and a half years, as well as an opportunity of preparing our forces for defense if fascist Germany risked attacking our country in defiance of the pact. This was a definite gain to our country and a loss for fascist Germany.
Joseph StalinPolitical power does not rest with those who cast votes; political power rests with those who count votes.
Joseph StalinIdeas are more powerful than guns. We would not let our enemies have guns, why should we let them have ideas.
Joseph Stalin