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Ideal egoism-Ayn Rand
A person's rational selfishness, that is, self-interest does not harm others, is not only moral, but also the source of morality. Since ancient times, from east to west, selfishness has always been associated with "immorality". But Anlander subverted this idea and put forward altruism, self-sacrifice and even living for others. In particular, the statement that * * * is selfish and dedicated to others is not only wrong, but also immoral, because it provides a base for establishing a collectivist centralized society-only by sacrificing individuals can we raise the banner of the collective; Under this glorious banner, there is reason to trample on all individual rights.

And whoever holds the power will dominate the collective. "The guy who preaches sacrifice to you is actually talking about slaves and masters. He wants to be a master. He said that he represents the "people", which the western left likes to call "public interest". It is precisely because these concepts are abstract and have no clear connotation that those in power can claim to represent the people and the public interest, and then deprive specific individual rights in this name.

An ancient Roman emperor said that he hoped that human beings only had one neck, so that they could make a clean break. Rand said that "collectivism" is equivalent to turning human beings into necks, and dictators can wear belts at will. Look at human history, all tyranny, all political terror, which one didn't happen for the altruistic motivation of the group and the people? Therefore, Rand clamored that the only legal and benign relationship between people is to exchange the fruits of labor and not interfere in the interests of others. Living for personal happiness is actually the normal state that human beings have always existed, but it is distorted by various altruistic and group values. Anlander has the courage to tell the truth and the wisdom to show morality. In the process of western civilization, one of the most important documents is the American Declaration of Independence, which mainly puts forward that people have three rights: life, freedom and the right to pursue happiness. However, few people may think that these three rights refer to individuals, yourself, rather than the rights of a group.