Bourgeoisie/history

Famous quotes containing the words bourgeoisie and/or history:

“The bourgeoisie and the petty bourgeoisie have armed themselves against the rising proletariat with, among other things, “culture.” It’s an old ploy of the bourgeoisie. They keep a standing “art” to defend their collapsing culture.”
—George Grosz (1893–1959)

“The greatest honor history can bestow is that of peacemaker.”
—Richard M. Nixon (1913–1995)