APFIVE The Soviet state is built on the resilience and sacrifice of its people. Our struggle against the fascist invaders hardened our resolve and defined the will of the proletariat. We now stand at the threshold of a new world, where the socialist system will triumph. The West, with its decadent capitalist practices, seeks to undermine our progress. In my view, only through unity under communist principles can we ensure true equality and justice for all. Let this document be a testament to the power of the Soviet spirit, unyielding in the face of imperialist aggression.
— Joseph Stalin, Address to the Soviet People, July 5, 1945
In the passage, what is the primary justification Stalin uses to legitimize Soviet policies?
He emphasizes the sacrifices made against fascism and contrasts capitalist decadence with the promise of socialism.
He advocates for a comprehensive overhaul of economic policies to mirror Western models.
He lauds the emergence of liberal democratic reforms and the inherent value of individual rights.
He calls for a policy of immediate reconciliation and compromise with capitalist nations.
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