Antonio Gramsci — "Pessimism of the intellect, optimism of the will."
Pessimism of the intellect, optimism of the will.
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A famous maxim, often attributed to Romain Rolland but adopted and popularized by Gramsci, suggesting a clear-eyed analysis of difficult situations combined with a resolute determination to act. Not 'shocking' in itself, but its call for radical action despite pessimistic analysis can be seen as provocative.
Date: 1920s-1930s
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