"The depth and strength of a human character are defined by its moral reserves. People reveal themselves completely only when they are thrown out of the customary conditions of their life."

"The bureaucracy, which has taken over the leadership of the party and the state, has become an obstacle to the further development of the revolution."

"The October Revolution was a democratic revolution, carried out by the working class."

"The working class must conquer power, and it must do so by force."

"The revolution is a merciless struggle."