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Communist Government

Definition

A communist government is a political system in which the state owns and controls all property and means of production, with the aim to promote equality among its citizens.

Analogy

Think of a communist government like a school cafeteria where everyone gets the same meal regardless of their preferences or dietary needs. The idea is to ensure that everyone gets fed equally, but it doesn't take into account individual differences or desires.

Related terms

Marxism: This is an economic and social theory by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. It suggests that society progresses through class struggle between the bourgeoisie (owners of production) and proletariat (workers).

Socialism: This is an economic system where the community as a whole owns and controls means of production, distribution, and exchange. It's like communism's less strict cousin - there's still shared ownership, but some personal property can exist.

Dictatorship: This is a form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of one person or a small group. They have absolute authority and are not restricted by laws or constitution.