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Lenin on Fighting Opportunism
- Lenin critiques opportunism masquerading as socialism, which dilutes revolutionary theory and consciousness.
- He insists that revolutionary theory must replace outdated liberal critiques to lead the proletariat effectively.
Limits of Economism Highlighted
- Economism, focusing only on economic struggles, overlooks the need for socialist theory to develop revolutionary consciousness.
- Lenin stresses political and theoretical struggles must complement economic fight for true revolution.
Fred Hampton as Vanguard Example
- Fred Hampton exemplified a professional revolutionary through dedication, mass support, and selflessness.
- His leadership arose organically based on his work and commitment, not power or elections.