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>be marxist
>promise a real conception of freedom that is human controlled and that isn't just left up to divine providence (secretly borg control)
>implement first step of socialism, still limited by material conditions but central planning is established
>humans are free as long as they put forth their fair share for the time being while we figure out how to fully free everyone
>oops, turns out we didnt figure that one out yet
>oops also turns out that human freedom isn't clear or understood
>don't want people to be dissuaded from your righteous path
>put to the sword anyone who prevents your progress towards ultimate freedom
>put to the sword anyone who disagrees with your human conception of freedom
>everyone is now quietly unexpressive, and unfree as we all slowly get to the real freedom, trust me
>society collapses in the meantime

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I want to learn about Marxism. Should I read Marx directly or should I start with another author?