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Marxism

You believe in a classless society where wealth and resources are distributed equitably, leading to the eradication of exploitation and social inequality.

Marxism is a political and economic ideology that was developed by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in the 19th century. It is based on the theories of historical materialism, which posits that society is fundamentally shaped by the economic system, and class struggle, which argues that conflict between social classes is the driving force of history.

Marxism asserts that capitalism, the economic system in which private individuals or businesses own capital goods, is inherently exploitative. It argues that the capitalist class, or bourgeoisie, exploits the working class, or proletariat,…  

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In a world where everyone’s basic needs are met, what kind of new challenges do you think humanity might face?

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How would your daily life change if your basic needs were guaranteed by society?

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