[BEST OF] Politics in Command: Analyzing the Error of Economism
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Critiquing Economism: Politics vs. Economics
This chapter examines Lenin's critique of economism, emphasizing the dangers of prioritizing economic struggles over political engagement within revolutionary movements. It explores the historical context of these ideas, their relevance in contemporary labor initiatives, and the pitfalls of trade union consciousness. The discussion underscores the necessity of maintaining a political framework to ensure that economic struggles contribute meaningfully to revolutionary change.
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