Pragmatism Quotes

We do not consider our principles as dogmas contained in books that are said to come from heaven. We derive our inspiration, not from heaven, or from an unseen world, but directly from life.

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk

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If we have a correct theory but merely prate about it, pigeonhole it and do not put it into practice, then that theory, however good, is of no significance.

Mao Zedong

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Communists should set an example in being practical as well as far-sighted. For only by being practical can they fulfil the appointed tasks, and only far-sightedness can prevent them from losing their bearings in the march forward.

Mao Zedong

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A theory must be tempered with reality.

Jawaharlal Nehru

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I am interested in this world, in this life, not in some other world or future life.

Jawaharlal Nehru

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