The #AskAbhijit Show #AskAbhijit 239: Marxism, Trump Trade War, NATO Purge, China, Taliban, Bangladesh, 26/11, DARPA, Ray
Apr 12, 2025
Dive into the complexities of Marxism and how labor shapes value in society. Explore Trump's tariff strategies and their global implications, especially concerning China and India. Uncover the contrasts between Eastern and Western philosophies while reflecting on modern interpretations of ancient deities. Discuss the pitfalls of the Indian education system and the cultural impacts of cinema. Plus, discover the motivations behind legendary mythical cities and the personal growth insights derived from self-discovery.
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Critique of Marxist Value Theory
- Marxist labor theory of value hinges on socially necessary labor time to determine value.
- Value is subjective, influenced by utility and preferences, contradicting pure labor-time valuation.
Limits of Marxist Historical Analysis
- Marxism sees history as driven by class struggle between oppressors and oppressed.
- This lens fails to explain historical conquests driven by individuals rather than class contradictions.
Marxism as a Political Toolkit
- Marxism functions as a socio-political toolkit for a few to seize and maintain power.
- It divides society into oppressors and oppressed, inciting division and fragmentation strategically.