[David_David]

I am beginning to like SPGB discussion forums.

[David_David]

Hi there,

now being honest, I am new to SPGB, and as such new to socialist ideas too. I am trained in economics. However, I am not in favor of capitalism, I know its weaknesses and is the reason to seek socialist company.

So my question to you all is:

1. What are the fundamental ideas of Marx about human behavior?
   1. For instance, the mainstream micro economics postulates that humans are fundamentally greedy, and that this never ends. Formally, we say: Rationality & lack of local satiation.
   2. What Marxists believe about humans? What drives us?

And as for robbo203, you went into some detail but mainstream micro theory neither assumes that money can enter a utility function (it is not commodity but a Numéraire) nor are Austrians that much a mainstream (if my recall from university is correct). I will get into it later, your post is useful for researching a bit more.

 

 

[David_David]

Thanks for these answers. I will take a look at the sources.

However, I have an opinion, and I believe that modern economic theory offers a narrative to justify capitalist’s actions and so if we wish to critique capitalist’s actions, and policies, I believe we need to understand their theory, and more importantly the flaws it has in full depth.

And as I have myself studied economics formally at university, I believe this is very important. In fact, sometimes, I would say more often, these business degrees and economics degrees sort of train students to think in particular ways, and these thoughts then show in policies and business decisions etc.

This is my reason to study it: To understand its errors, mistakes, flaws, etc.

Once again, thank you for your answers. They supported my view, and that was all I wanted to know.

 

[David_David]

Thank you all, especially Robin for detailed reply and clarifying some ideas. I will check the link Bijou sent.

Once again thanks a lot ya’all.

Cheers.

[David_David]

Ok Comrades.

May I ask why the name must remain in secrecy?

I mean certainly I know the names of those who appeared on TV. For instance, Shannon made “Capitalism and Kids Stuff”, or Howard Moss appeared in some debates as others did too. Moss also conducted my interview.

Now my real name is not David for sure, but I shared my real name in the application I made to the SPGB, and so in fact the EC knows my real name.

Then why their names ought to remain secret from me?

Regards,

David.

PS: I hope you can forgive my curious nature, and that I have not offended anyone in aforesaid.

[David_David]

Thank you, dear Alan.

But may I know their names? How may I call Sect & Asst. Sect?

[David_David]

Hey there ALB,

I am not from within UK. I am from outside UK. And I was interviewed by Howard Moss during application processing. Can we still find out a way for me?

Thank you.

 

[David_David]

Hi there,

Thank you all for recommendations. I will go with the idea of contacting the general secretary as Alan said because it seems the most reasonable path.

Best,

David.

PS: My initiative will be global, and related to education. So country or city branch does not matter.

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