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‘Libertarian–Socialism’: How Modern Democracy Overcame Its Own Contradiction

‘Libertarian–Socialism’: How Modern Democracy Overcame Its Own Contradiction
Demonstrators protest in Chicago, Ill. to voice their support for Planned Parenthood and reproductive rights on Feb. 10, 2017. Scott Olson/Getty Images
William Gairdner
William Gairdner
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The totalitarian states of the 20th century, whether of national socialist (Nazi and fascist) or international socialist (communist) ambitions, were aiming to control and organize almost every aspect of life from the top down: to bring about by force of law and government what is broadly described as “the triumph of the Will over Nature.”

William Gairdner
William Gairdner
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William Gairdner is a best-selling author living near Toronto. His latest book is "Beyond the Rhetoric" (2021). His website is WilliamGairdner.ca, and on youtube.com/@William-Gairdner
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