State, Revolution, and the Path to Communism

This chapter explores the intricate ideas of state and revolution in Lenin's work, emphasizing the deceptive nature of capitalist democracy and the necessity of a transitional state during the shift from capitalism to communism. It critically examines historical labor conditions, the role of the proletariat, and the persistent inequalities that challenge achieving true equality in a socialist framework. The discussion further highlights the moral and philosophical implications of socialist principles amidst the ongoing debates regarding distribution and the feasibility of a classless society.