Lenin wanted power. This may sound self-evident; after all, every politician is assumed to lust for power. But deep down, Lenin's rivals did not want it. (Richard Pipes)

Lenin wanted power. This may sound self-evident; after all, every politician is assumed to lust for power. But deep down, Lenin's rivals did not want it.

Richard Pipes

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