Socialism
44 videos • 41 views • by Cairns and Tropical Gardening by Rob Pyne Socialism calls for the public rather than private ownership. This is based on the belief that everyone who contributes to the production of a good, is entitled to a share in it. Therefore, society as a whole should own, or at least control property for the benefit of all. Socialism vs Capitalism is the struggle of our times. Socialism is crucial for the health, happiness and survival of the human species. Therefore the modern political struggle is the struggle between capital and labour. Consequently, this manifests in the ideological struggle between Capitalism and Socialism. Capitalism had existed for a number of centuries. However, the Industrial revolution of the 18th century saw Capitalism grow at an unprecedented rate. However, the poverty experienced by workers highlighted the stark contrast in the position of the classes. Meanwhile, the ruling class enjoyed unprecedented wealth. Karl Marx called for all those who contribute to the production process, to share in the profit created. He said the ‘means of production’ must be owned by society as- a-whole. Capitalism Wreaks Destruction becaus capitalism is predicated on continuous growth. All available resources are consumed in the name of profit. This ideology is unsustainable. However, capitalist forces continue to expand production. They do this despite the ecological cost. Unless capitalism is defeated, it will result in the continued destruction of the natural world. This endangers the survival of many species of life, including humanity. Climate change and its calamitous consequences highlight this in an unprecedented way. We take the side of Karl Marx in the continuing battle against capitalism. Socialism is a political theory that offers workers and the poor hope. Hence, we share socialist stories and resources here. For example, we look at how public services help the poor by providing them with the necessities of life. We examine people’s entitlement to welfare. #saving #money #savingmoney #budget #budgeting #finance #savings #save #deals #debtfree #debtfreecommunity #savemoney #couponing #medicalcard #takaful #frugal #financialliteracy #frugalliving