ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

New Soviet man

The New Soviet Man was an idea promoted by the communist government of the Soviet Union in the early to middle 20th century. The idea was to create a type of citizen who was hardworking, honest, loyal, and selfless. They were also supposed to be ready to work for the good of society, not just themselves. To do this, they wanted people to be educated and have a strong belief in the Soviet Union. They also wanted people to avoid drinking alcohol and be ready to help others.