Communism is a society where each one works according to his abilities and gets according to his needs
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author describes communism as a society based on ability and need.
- In plain terms
- Communist society works on contributing what you can and taking what you need.
- What can you take from it?
- Contribute based on ability and take based on need.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can needs and abilities coexist fairly?
Another view
This definition ignores potential practical failures.
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Property is liberty.
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