Rev Left Radio Stalin: A Marxist-Leninist Perspective
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Oct 18, 2018 Justin and Jeremy from Proles of the Round Table join Breht to discuss the Marxist-Leninist perspective on Stalin. Topics include debunking the 'great man of history' notion, criminalization of homosexuality, skepticism towards Stalin's leadership, conflict with kulaks, debunking claims of Ukrainian genocide, purges under Stalin's rule, and analyzing his complex legacy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Approach and Inspiration
05:13 • 4min
Stalin's Historical Context and Criticisms
09:08 • 13min
Controversial Aspects of Stalin's Rule and the Criminalization of Homosexuality
22:38 • 4min
Skepticism Towards Stalin, Killing of Bolshevik Leaders, and Perception of Paranoia
26:46 • 4min
The Role of Kulaks in the Soviet Union
30:25 • 25min
Debunking Claims of Stalin's Responsibility for the Ukrainian Famine
55:01 • 18min
Ukrainian Nationalists and their Historical Context
01:13:08 • 14min
Determining the Numbers of Victims
01:27:02 • 11min
The Purges in Soviet Russia: Undermining Stalin's Leadership
01:38:27 • 18min
The Purges and Trials in the Soviet Union
01:56:36 • 24min
Analyzing Stalin's Legacy
02:20:45 • 23min
Gratitude, Recommendations, and Where to Find Us
02:43:28 • 4min
Discussion of Ads, Support for Comrades, and 'The Red Flag' Song
02:47:43 • 3min