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Twenty Lectures on Social Sciences.

Chapter 15: Is Patriotism a Mistake? (The Origin and Evolution of Nations). [16]



Summary

The "Soldier's Must-Know" booklet emerged during the May Fourth Movement, opposing patriotism by arguing that soldiers should not sacrifice for the interests of the ruling class. Anarchists, who reject the state and war, advocate for a society free from oppression, reflecting ideals of ancient equality. Despite the state being a tool for maintaining order among conflicting economic interests, the text suggests that as socialized production evolves, the state may become obsolete. However, rather than hastily abolishing the state, it emphasizes transforming it into a vehicle for societal progress, particularly in colonized nations where patriotism can be a means to resist imperialism.

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