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Contrasting Ideologies: Stalinism and Beyond
This chapter examines the historical interpretations of Soviet governance, particularly the tensions between Stalinism and alternative ideologies like Bukharin's. It critiques the moral justifications for state actions during industrialization, highlighting the successes of other countries and the authoritarian risks in contemporary leftist thought. The discussion broadens to include the geopolitical implications of U.S. actions during significant historical moments, including the Russian Revolution and World War I.