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Marxist activist Paul D'Amato to deliver lecture on campus Thursday
Johnathon Schleicher
Issue date: 2/25/08 Section: News
Have you ever wondered about the ideas of socialism? Are they still around today? What does it mean to call someone a Communist?
You can find out on Thursday, Feb. 28 at 4:30 p.m. in room 220 at the Peck Hall building.
Paul D'Amato, a Karl Marx activist and associate editor for the International Socialist Review, will be lecturing "The Meaning of the Revolutionary Ideas of Karl Marx in the 21st Century," which is based on his new book "The Meaning of Marxism."
Jase Short, a member of the student group Solidarity, said the ideas of Karl Marx are present today.
"The revolutionary ideas of Karl Marx are just as applicable today as they were in the 19th Century," said Short.
"Rather, the globalization and War on Terror themes which dominate our perception of world events today were very pragmatically outlined by Marx some time ago."
Despite the controversial topic, Short said MTSU is coming across no resistance to the lecture.
"Whatever one might think of Karl Marx's ideas, his work has had a profound effect on the disciplines of history, sociology, anthropology and philosophy, as well as a profound effect on [many] important intellectuals," Short said.
According to Short, D'Amato has a special touch in lecturing about the ideas of Karl Marx. "His kind of voice is not present in academia often anymore," Short said.
"Marx is mentioned in political science, sociology, philosophy, economics, history, etc. classrooms, but often the Marx mentioned is a cartoon caricature presented by people who have never really read Marx or have only read 'The Communist Manifesto' or one other work of Marx," Short said.
A question-and-answer session will follow after the lecture.
You can find out on Thursday, Feb. 28 at 4:30 p.m. in room 220 at the Peck Hall building.
Paul D'Amato, a Karl Marx activist and associate editor for the International Socialist Review, will be lecturing "The Meaning of the Revolutionary Ideas of Karl Marx in the 21st Century," which is based on his new book "The Meaning of Marxism."
Jase Short, a member of the student group Solidarity, said the ideas of Karl Marx are present today.
"The revolutionary ideas of Karl Marx are just as applicable today as they were in the 19th Century," said Short.
"Rather, the globalization and War on Terror themes which dominate our perception of world events today were very pragmatically outlined by Marx some time ago."
Despite the controversial topic, Short said MTSU is coming across no resistance to the lecture.
"Whatever one might think of Karl Marx's ideas, his work has had a profound effect on the disciplines of history, sociology, anthropology and philosophy, as well as a profound effect on [many] important intellectuals," Short said.
According to Short, D'Amato has a special touch in lecturing about the ideas of Karl Marx. "His kind of voice is not present in academia often anymore," Short said.
"Marx is mentioned in political science, sociology, philosophy, economics, history, etc. classrooms, but often the Marx mentioned is a cartoon caricature presented by people who have never really read Marx or have only read 'The Communist Manifesto' or one other work of Marx," Short said.
A question-and-answer session will follow after the lecture.
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Carl A. Patton
Carl A. Patton
posted 2/25/08 @ 10:27 AM CST
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FREEDOMJOURNAL UPDATE 20 FEBRUARY 2008
FREEDOMJOURNAL QUOTE OF THE DAY 2-22-01
GOD IS IN CONTROL OF THE EARTH AND ITS PEOPLE
"Marxism is basically a European World View that claims to give power and representation to the masses. (Continued…)
Carl A. Patton
Carl A. Patton
posted 2/27/08 @ 6:27 AM CST
Updated 27 February 2008
FREEDOMJOURNAL THOUGHT OF THE DAY 2-21-01
GOD CREATED MARXISTS, BELIEVERS, AND THOSE THAT REFUSE TO ACCEPT REALITY
"
Black people will have to develop their own paradigm for Liberation. (Continued…)
Carl A. Patton
Carl A. Patton
posted 2/28/08 @ 6:19 AM CST
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FROM THE FREEDOMJOURNAL ARCHIVES
FREEDOMJOURNAL MESSAGE OF LIFE OR DEATH 4-30-01
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HERE ARE NO TRUE ATHEISTS
AN APPEAL TO THE PEOPLE THAT WALK AND CRAWL THE PLANET EARTH
In the name of God, Master of the universe, Ruler of the earth. (Continued…)
Dr. No
posted 2/28/08 @ 11:59 AM CST
Well, we all wanna change the world....but,
There is overwhelming evidence that in every case where Marxists have taken power the result has been a disaster. (Continued…)
Carl A. Patton
Carl A. Patton
posted 2/28/08 @ 1:18 PM CST
CENSORSHIP FURTHER DEFINED
PART 4: THE MARXISTS (SOCIALISTS, COMMUNISTS)
In the name of Jehovah God, Master of the universe, Ruler of the earth. (Continued…)
Dr. No
posted 2/28/08 @ 2:13 PM CST
NATNE:
First, it is essential to understand that "self-interest" is not necessarily synonymous with "greed". This is a distinction I referenced by saying "Of course, there are always those that will seek to profit at the expense, rather than the benefit of society. (Continued…)
Cajie
posted 3/09/08 @ 11:33 PM CST
Dr. No said Marx was correct in identifying certain problems (ie, Rev. Martin L. King). Unfortunately in his case, the cure is worse than the disease, according to the evidence. (Continued…)
Carl A. Patton
Carl A. Patton
posted 3/10/08 @ 7:04 AM CST
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Greetings:
The FreedomJournal is grateful that this young Brother has the good sense to Think. (Continued…)
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