To what extent are different socialists committed to equality? Flashcards
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What do Revolutionary and Democratic Socialists advocate for?
They advocate for strong forms of social and economic equality, whether through revolution or gradual reform.
What is the goal of Revolutionary Socialism?
To seek absolute equality by abolishing class, wealth, and private property.
What do Revolutionary Socialists believe about capitalism?
They believe capitalism inherently creates inequality and must be abolished.
Who is a key thinker associated with Revolutionary Socialism?
Karl Marx
What did Karl Marx argue for?
Common ownership of the means of production and equal distribution of resources.
What is the goal of Democratic Socialism?
To support state-managed capitalism while advocating for radical redistribution and collectivist values.
What do Democratic Socialists believe about social equality?
They see it as a moral and practical goal.
Who is a key thinker associated with Democratic Socialism?
Beatrice Webb
What did Beatrice Webb support?
High taxation, public ownership, and extensive welfare to reduce class differences.
What do both Revolutionary and Democratic Socialists prioritize?
They prioritize social justice over individual gain, rejecting capitalist meritocracy.
What do Social Democrats and Third Way Socialists focus on?
They focus on practical, achievable forms of equality, mainly equality of opportunity.
What is the aim of Social Democracy?
To support redistributive welfare and a mixed economy to create a fairer society.
Who is a key thinker associated with Social Democracy?
Anthony Crosland
What did Anthony Crosland argue was key to social justice?
Economic redistribution and comprehensive education.
What is the focus of Third Way Socialists?
They prioritize inclusion over equality of outcome.
Who is a key thinker associated with Third Way Socialism?
Anthony Giddens
What did Anthony Giddens argue for?
Equality of opportunity and social investment, rather than rigid equality.
What is a key disagreement between Revolutionary Socialists and modern socialists?
Revolutionary Socialists reject the limited equality offered by modern socialists.
What do Revolutionary Socialists believe about equality of opportunity?
They reject it as a sham under capitalism.
Who is a key thinker associated with the critique of modern socialists?
Rosa Luxemburg
What did Rosa Luxemburg criticize?
Social reform as a betrayal of socialism.
What do Third Way Socialists believe about inequality?
They see it as tolerable if everyone can improve themselves.
What is a key inconsistency between Revolutionary Socialists and Third Way thinkers?
Revolutionaries want structural overhaul, while Third Way thinkers seek marginal reform.
