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May 2022
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Marxism and ethics: Their morals and our...

Revolutionary Communist Party
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Opponents of Marxism often accuse it of being indifferent to the sanctity of the individual. But do capitalism and its apologists really respect the individual any more than Marxism does? In this talk, Ellen Morton explores the real role of morality in class society. 🔗 Learn more about Marxist philosophy over on our education hub: https://www.socialist.net ... Show More
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