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Anarcho-syndic alism took for granted that working people ought to control their own work, its conditions, the enterprises in which they work, along with communities, so they should be associated with one another in free associations, and democracy of that kind should be the foundational elements of a more general free society.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the belief that workers should have control over their work and communities through democratic associations.
Noam Chomsky's quote on anarcho-syndicalism highlights the fundamental idea that working individuals should directly govern their own work environments and collaborate with one another. This philosophy advocates for a society built on voluntary associations and democratic principles, suggesting that true freedom can only be achieved when workers actively participate in decision-making processes regarding their labor and communal life.
Themes
Anarcho-SyndicalismWorkers ControlDemocracyFree SocietyAssociations
In practice
Example use cases
During a labor rights rally, this quote can inspire workers to unite for better working conditions.
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