V. I.

Lenin

Second Congress of the R.S.D.L.P.

July 17 (30)-August 10 (23), 1903

20. First Speech in the Discussion on the Party Rules

August 2 (15)

Lenindelivers a brief speech in support of his formulation, emphasising
in particular its stimulating effect: “Organise!” It should not be
imagined that Party organisations must consist solely of professional
revolutionaries. We need the most diverse organisations of all types,
ranks and shades, beginning with extremely limited and secret and ending
with very broad, free, lose Organisationen. Its endorsement by
the Central Committee is an essential condition for a Party organisation.

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