What did Stalin expect the people to do durng the depression?

During the Great Depression, Stalin expected the Soviet people to embrace his policies of rapid industrialization and collectivization as necessary measures for national progress. He anticipated that the hardships faced by the populace would be met with resilience and dedication to the Communist cause. Stalin believed that the sacrifices required would ultimately lead to a stronger, self-sufficient Soviet state, reinforcing his control and vision for the future. Consequently, he promoted a narrative that framed these struggles as part of a greater struggle against capitalism and bourgeois influences.