Famous quote by Mao Tse-Tung

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"Politics is war without bloodshed, while war is politics with bloodshed"

- Mao Tse-Tung

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The quote suggests that politics and war are 2 sides of the very same coin. Both involve strategic maneuvering to get power, however politics is a non-violent form of warfare, whereas war involves violent dispute and casualties. Essentially, politics is a way to accomplish the exact same objectives as war without the bloodshed.

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This quote is written / told by Mao Tse-Tung between December 26, 1893 and 1976. He/she was a famous Leader from China. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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