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The equality among all members of the League, which is provided in the statutes giving each state only one vote, cannot
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"The equality among all members of the League, which is provided in the statutes giving each state only one vote, cannot of course abolish the actual material inequality of the powers concerned"

- Hjalmar Branting

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This quote by Hjalmar Branting speaks with the concept that the League of Nations, in spite of its commitment to equality amongst its members, can not erase the product inequality of the powers included. This indicates that, while the League of Nations might make every effort to deal with all members equally, the reality is that some members are more powerful than others. This power imbalance is shown in the truth that each state is offered only one vote, despite its size or influence. This quote highlights the difficulty of accomplishing true equality in a world where some countries are more effective than others. It also acts as a suggestion that, while the League of Nations may strive for equality, it can not erase the product inequality of its members.

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Hjalmar Branting This quote is written / told by Hjalmar Branting between November 23, 1860 and February 24, 1925. He was a famous Statesman from Sweden. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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