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Image of the quote is loading... SaveSave In the meantime, the first characteristic of a really revolutionary party is -- to be able to look reality in the face. - Quote by Leon Trotsky

In the meantime, the first characteristic of a really revolutionary party is — to be able to look reality in the face.

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