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Solidarity is not a matter of sentiment but a fact, cold and…
Quote byEugene V. Debs · 1855–1926
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: "A Plea for Solidarity," The International Socialist Review VOL XIV No. 9 (March 1914).
English (original)
Solidarity is not a matter of sentiment but a fact, cold and impassive as the granite foundations of a skyscraper. If the basic elements, identity of interest, clarity of vision, honesty of intent, and oneness of purpose, or any of these is lacking, all sentimental pleas for solidarity, and all other efforts to achieve it will be barren of results.
— Eugene V. Debs
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