Imperialism, in a sense, is the transition stage from capitalism to Socialism. . . . It is capitalism dying, not dead.

The goal of socialism is communism.

One would like to stroke and caress human beings, but one dares not do so, because they bite.

Under socialism all will govern in turn and will soon become accustomed to no one governing.

Atheism is a natural and inseparable part of Marxism, of the theory and practice of scientific socialism. Our program necessarily includes the propaganda of atheism.

The true leader must submerge himself in the fountain of the people.

The most important thing when ill is to never lose heart.