We are not pacifists. Conflict is inevitable. It is inconceivable that Communism and Democracy can exist side by side in the world. Inevitably, one must perish. Quoted in , cited above.
Promises are like pie crust, made to be broken.
Quoted in , cited above. Words are one thing, actions another. Quoted in , cited above. It is our duty to inculcate in the minds of all nations the theories of international friendship, pacifism, and disarmament, encouraging resistance to military appropriations and training, at the some time, however, never for one moment relaxing our efforts in the upbuilding of our military establishment. Alexi Rykov, President of the Council of Commissars.