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Now the question is, "Who is going to use whom?" Even accepting the form of the question, the answer is the proletariat. If it wasn't so I wouldn't be here. I am working for Socialism and through Socialism.

— Salvador Allende Conversations With Allende (1970)

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We already had success in creating a democratic, national government that is revolutionary and popular. That is how socialism begins, not with decrees.

Conversations With Allende (1970)

We start from different ideological positions. For you, to be a Communist or a Socialist is to be totalitarian; for me no.… On the contrary, I think Socialism frees man.

The people must defend themselves, but they must not sacrifice themselves.

Cuba came from a dictatorship, and I arrived at the presidency after being senator for 25 years.

Interview with Saul Landau (1971)

Placed in a historic transition, I will pay for loyalty to the people with my life.

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