Key principles and themes of Socialism
Principles
Collectivism
Common humanity
Common ownership
Workers control
Social class
Equality
Themes
Human nature
The state
Society
The economy
Key thinkers
Karl Marx and Engels (Revolutionary)
Beatrice Webb (Revolutionary)
Rosa Luxemburg (Revolutionary)
Anthony Crosland (Social Democrat)
Anthony Giddens (Third Way)
, Collectivism
The idea that humans work better together (than working individually) for a common goal rather (than an individual self-interested goal)
Revolutionary Social democrat Third Way
Revolutionaries want complete collectivism and the Social democrats believe that a certain degree of Third Way socialists generally support a mixed economy
only way to achieve true collectivism is through a private enterprise and competition is necessary for combining elements of socialism and capitalism, like
revolutionary overthrow of the existing capitalist economic growth and innovation, but also argue that social democrats. However, they may be more willing to
system, which they see as inherently exploitative and the government has a role to play in regulating and support market-based solutions to social and economic
oppressive. They believe that the state must be redistributing wealth to ensure a more just and problems and may not prioritize the principle of social
transformed into a tool of the working class, with equitable society. They generally support strong ownership and control as strongly as traditional
power held democratically by workers and the welfare states, progressive taxation, and policies that socialists. Instead, Third Way socialists allow for private
oppressed masses. support workers' rights and workplace democracy. enterprise and competition. They may also support
public-private partnerships and other forms of
collaboration between the government and the private
sector.
Common humanity
Humans tend to work together as they are inherent ‘social creatures’ channelling the capabilities of society rather than just the potential of a single
individual
Revolutionary Social democrat Third Way
Revolutionary socialists believe that the current system Like revolutionary socialists, social democrats generally Third Way socialists may be more willing to support
of capitalism perpetuates inequality, exploitation, and believe in the principle of common humanity, which market-based solutions to social and economic problems
oppression and that a socialist system based on collective emphasizes the unity of all people and the importance of than traditional socialists. They may view the market as a
ownership and control would be more just and equitable. working together to achieve a better world. They see the valuable tool for promoting innovation, efficiency, and
They argue that this system would allow for the full struggle for social justice as a global struggle and reject consumer choice, while still recognizing the need for
realization of human potential and that everyone should nationalism, racism, and other forms of discrimination as government regulation to ensure fairness and prevent
have equal access to the resources and opportunities divisive and harmful to society. While social democrats abuses.
necessary to live a fulfilling life. may prioritize social welfare and economic equality, they
also recognize the importance of individual freedoms and
rights. They support democratic institutions and the rule
of law and believe that every person should have the
opportunity to reach their full potential and contribute to
society.
Principles
Collectivism
Common humanity
Common ownership
Workers control
Social class
Equality
Themes
Human nature
The state
Society
The economy
Key thinkers
Karl Marx and Engels (Revolutionary)
Beatrice Webb (Revolutionary)
Rosa Luxemburg (Revolutionary)
Anthony Crosland (Social Democrat)
Anthony Giddens (Third Way)
, Collectivism
The idea that humans work better together (than working individually) for a common goal rather (than an individual self-interested goal)
Revolutionary Social democrat Third Way
Revolutionaries want complete collectivism and the Social democrats believe that a certain degree of Third Way socialists generally support a mixed economy
only way to achieve true collectivism is through a private enterprise and competition is necessary for combining elements of socialism and capitalism, like
revolutionary overthrow of the existing capitalist economic growth and innovation, but also argue that social democrats. However, they may be more willing to
system, which they see as inherently exploitative and the government has a role to play in regulating and support market-based solutions to social and economic
oppressive. They believe that the state must be redistributing wealth to ensure a more just and problems and may not prioritize the principle of social
transformed into a tool of the working class, with equitable society. They generally support strong ownership and control as strongly as traditional
power held democratically by workers and the welfare states, progressive taxation, and policies that socialists. Instead, Third Way socialists allow for private
oppressed masses. support workers' rights and workplace democracy. enterprise and competition. They may also support
public-private partnerships and other forms of
collaboration between the government and the private
sector.
Common humanity
Humans tend to work together as they are inherent ‘social creatures’ channelling the capabilities of society rather than just the potential of a single
individual
Revolutionary Social democrat Third Way
Revolutionary socialists believe that the current system Like revolutionary socialists, social democrats generally Third Way socialists may be more willing to support
of capitalism perpetuates inequality, exploitation, and believe in the principle of common humanity, which market-based solutions to social and economic problems
oppression and that a socialist system based on collective emphasizes the unity of all people and the importance of than traditional socialists. They may view the market as a
ownership and control would be more just and equitable. working together to achieve a better world. They see the valuable tool for promoting innovation, efficiency, and
They argue that this system would allow for the full struggle for social justice as a global struggle and reject consumer choice, while still recognizing the need for
realization of human potential and that everyone should nationalism, racism, and other forms of discrimination as government regulation to ensure fairness and prevent
have equal access to the resources and opportunities divisive and harmful to society. While social democrats abuses.
necessary to live a fulfilling life. may prioritize social welfare and economic equality, they
also recognize the importance of individual freedoms and
rights. They support democratic institutions and the rule
of law and believe that every person should have the
opportunity to reach their full potential and contribute to
society.
