“When the common good of a society is regarded as something apart from and superior to the individual good of its members, it means that the good of some men takes precedence over the good of others, with those others consigned to the status of sacrificial animals.”
Quote by Ayn Rand
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Capitalism: The Unknown Ideal
This book delves into the philosophical underpinnings of capitalism, discussing its moral and ethical aspects, and presenting arguments in favor of the system. more
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