Anthem by Ayn Rand 1

Ayn Rand is a fucking conservative douche. Free Enterprise means freedom to fuck the poor, that's that. She disgusts me.

You probably disgust yourself.

An Ego is not a guaranteed downfall. Many men of great Egos die wealthy with what they desire and many men of great charity and no ego die horrible "unfair" deaths. Hubris is a subjective sin and not an intrinsic quality that mandates failure. You can be savagely selfish and greedy and never be punished for it.

people who inherited more than you did are still human. they have lives in which they'll be happy or sad just like you. and just like you they'll eventually die. good luck doesn't make you immoral, and doesn't erase your need for morality.

This is my favorite book ever. Had my English teacher not assigned it in ninth grade, I might not have ever gone on to read Atlas Shrugged, the Fountainhead, We the Living... It also led to me meeting the guy I am with.

Objectivism is simple. It's learning how to live a prosperous, successful and enjoyable life, while learning to cooperate and help others to the extent that makes sense.

Rational self interest is indeed healthier than irrational self interest or rational self empathy.

Individualism is an important component of Ayn Rand's Philosophies. In objective fronts, there are leaders who strive to be the best group of smart
individuals they can be. Group leadership is the key to proficient objectivism.

Let's not forget it teachs us to be more level-headed. That reality is a wee-bit more important than a fantasy. I use to support communism for a long time. Then I took a step in Rand's corner and it changed me. I'm not exactly what was the turning point. However, I think it was during Atlas Shrugged.

I wish they had found someone better to read this great book than this Casey Kasem wannabe.

jedimasterbooboo:
"WHO is altruistic? "

I doubt I'm in a position to really debate with you, but I would like to say this. In spite of all the and downright wrongs the US has done, she also has done more good for the world than any other country in history. And that's not just the contributions to fighting & ending world wars. What about wonderful inventions like planes, cars, phone, lightbulb, pc, blues, jazz, gospel, rock&roll, etc. etc. etc. ? credit where due.

I don't know why we're suddenly discussing the US. It could be that I've forgotten my original comment. I fail to see how this is a nationalist issue.