Ayn Rand - Key Ideas (1905–1982) (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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Ayn Rand's life span
Ayn Rand's life span
1905-1982
Ayn Rand's 2 major works & dates
Ayn Rand's 2 major works & dates
The Fountainhead (1943) & Atlas Shrugged (1957)
Objectivism definition
Objectivism definition
Reason as source of knowledge; moral goal is one's happiness
Objectivism's view on reality
Objectivism's view on reality
Reality exists independently of consciousness
What did Rand reject?
What did Rand reject?
Altruism (self-sacrifice for others)
Rational self-interest meaning
Rational self-interest meaning
Pursuing one's own happiness & success is morally right
Economic system Rand advocated
Economic system Rand advocated
Laissez-faire capitalism
Why Rand supported laissez-faire capitalism
Why Rand supported laissez-faire capitalism
Only system fully respecting individual rights
Government intervention in economy (Rand's view)
Government intervention in economy (Rand's view)
Minimal - protect rights & ensure justice only
State's role per Rand
State's role per Rand
Restricted to protecting individual rights
What did Rand oppose in government?
What did Rand oppose in government?
Welfare state, redistribution taxation, coercion
Moral purpose of life (Objectivism)
Moral purpose of life (Objectivism)
Pursuit of one's own happiness