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- Socialism involves the government taking and redistributing cows, representing the influence of Marxism.
- Society goes through different phases, starting with a primitive phase where everyone is equal. Marx’s insight is that society’s structure is determined by its means of production.
- Feudalism emerged as a system where cities built their own walls and castles for protection. Vassals offered protection to serfs in exchange for labor and loyalty. The bourgeoisie refers to the capitalist class in Marx’s terminology.
- Talking about salaries is important to ensure fair pay, especially for marginalized individuals. Workers should take control and become their own bosses to address the issue of unfair pay, which aligns with socialism.
- In a utopian communist state, replicator technology would eliminate all problems, rendering a state administrator unnecessary. This aligns with Marx’s idea of communism, where people can pursue their hobbies and work only if they choose to.
- Communism is seen as a utopian state with no classes or work obligations, and the phrase ‘from each according to his ability to each according to his need’ is a well-known concept in communism.
- Socialism involves workers being in charge and everyone being cared for. It allows for consideration of individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses who cannot work. Socialism is an application of democracy to all aspects of society.
- Addressing environmental concerns is crucial in the discussion of eco-communism. Critics who claim that Marx never considered human nature are mistaken, as Marx’s philosophy is grounded in self-interest and the desire to improve one’s own situation.
- The difference between socialism and communism can be significant and varied in terms of their different variations. Communist governments and communism as an idea are distinct from each other, and communism aims for the state to eventually fall away.
- Communism does not necessarily involve an all-encompassing state. The American conception of communism is different from its actual practice. Communist parties often operate within a totalitarian state, and Marxist Leninism emphasizes the importance of a vanguard party in achieving communism.
- Raising workers’ class consciousness is important, as it involves knowing one’s position in society and debunking the myth of equal opportunity in America.