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==Objectivism== | ==Objectivism== | ||
The Objectivist movement emphasizes rational moral reasoning over subjective emotional appeals. Objectivists believe that charity must come from ones own funds, because the ends of charity do not justify using violence to collect the funds. They acknowledge that occasional emergencies call for private voluntary charity, but they believe that a long term dependency on charity leads to asymmetrical and abusive relationships. They praise the reciprocal | The Objectivist movement emphasizes rational moral reasoning over subjective emotional appeals. Objectivists believe that charity must come from ones own funds, because the ends of charity do not justify using violence to collect the funds. They acknowledge that occasional emergencies call for private voluntary charity, but they believe that a long term dependency on charity leads to asymmetrical and abusive relationships. They praise the reciprocal generosity that capitalism fosters. They also celebrate the accomplishments of individuals. | ||
She wrote many rational explanations of Objectivist views. When asked what will become of the poor in a capitalist society, she responded, "If you wish to help them, no one would stop you." This argument challenges a socialist to put his money (as opposed to his neighbor's money) where his mouth is. She defended the right to free expression, but reminded readers that they must use their own resources and labor to express themselves. During the Civil Rights movement, Rand praised the goal of tolerance, but objected to some of the means. She praised integration, but believed that persuasion, not legislation, was the best way to integrate people in the private sector. Rand echoed Locke by declaring that all humans have identical rights regardless of their group affiliations. She pointed out that while minority groups often face challenges, the most vulnerable minority is the minority of one. | She wrote many rational explanations of Objectivist views. When asked what will become of the poor in a capitalist society, she responded, "If you wish to help them, no one would stop you." This argument challenges a socialist to put his money (as opposed to his neighbor's money) where his mouth is. She defended the right to free expression, but reminded readers that they must use their own resources and labor to express themselves. During the Civil Rights movement, Rand praised the goal of tolerance, but objected to some of the means. She praised integration, but believed that persuasion, not legislation, was the best way to integrate people in the private sector. Rand echoed Locke by declaring that all humans have identical rights regardless of their group affiliations. She pointed out that while minority groups often face challenges, the most vulnerable minority is the minority of one. | ||
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Ann Rand popularized Objectivism through her fictional novels. Her two most famous novels are "Atlas Shrugged" and "The Fountainhead". | Ann Rand popularized Objectivism through her fictional novels. Her two most famous novels are "Atlas Shrugged" and "The Fountainhead". | ||
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==Writings== | ==Writings== | ||
Her first published novel was ''[[We The Living]]'', set in Russia after the Russian Revolution, a harsh portrayal of life under the new totalitarian regime of Leninism. | Her first published novel was ''[[We The Living]]'', set in Russia after the Russian Revolution, a harsh portrayal of life under the new totalitarian regime of Leninism. | ||