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He was a lazy piece of shit who lived by the generosity of the rich he railed against. He was a joker, a joke to be made fun of by those that knew better. Marx couldn’t even hold down a simple job. Yet somehow you think he could run an entire economy. He was a worthless piece of shit. And a moron who never accomplished anything of value. A leach on humanity in search of more useless people to join his lazy worthless cause.
I guess Jesus Christ and his apostles, who also lived on the contributions of others were what you just called Marx, right? Do you believe Jesus and His apostles were "crap"? Anyways, in response to your nasty, foul tirade, here is my response:
- Intellectual Contributions: Marx was primarily a philosopher, economist, and historian. His work laid the foundation for much of the modern understanding of labor, capital, and economic systems. His magnum opus, "Das Kapital," is a seminal text in political economy and has influenced countless thinkers, economists, and political leaders. [Reference: Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy - Karl Marx]
- Financial Struggles: Yes, Marx faced financial difficulties throughout his life, but this doesn't diminish his intellectual contributions. Many renowned thinkers and artists throughout history faced financial hardships. His financial struggles were, in part, due to his commitment to his work and his refusal to compromise his principles.
- Support from Engels: Friedrich Engels, Marx's longtime collaborator and co-author of "The Communist Manifesto," did provide financial support to Marx. This wasn't a handout from a wealthy benefactor but assistance from a close friend and intellectual partner who believed in Marx's work. Engels himself was a critic of the capitalist system, despite benefiting from it. If a wealthy venture capitalist invests in your work, does that make you a "parasite"? Marx found an investor to invest in his work, and that investor actually invested more than just his money. He also contributed to the development of socialism, collaborating with Marx on several of his written works and projects. Engels was also an intellectual giant.
- Work Ethic: Labeling Marx as "lazy" is a mischaracterization. Writing comprehensive texts like "Das Kapital" requires immense dedication, research, and intellectual rigor. Marx spent countless hours in the British Library, researching and formulating his theories.
- Legacy: Regardless of one's opinion of Marx's ideas, it's undeniable that he has left an indelible mark on political and economic thought. His ideas have shaped numerous revolutions, governments, and economic systems throughout the 20th century.
- Personal Attacks: Ad hominem attacks don't strengthen an argument.