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Andrew Bernstein is an American philosopher and author associated with Objectivism, the philosophy developed by Ayn Rand. He has written extensively on ethics, politics, and economics, advocating for rational self-interest and laissez-faire capitalism.
Known for: The Capitalist Manifesto
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The Capitalist Manifesto
The Capitalist Manifesto is a philosophical and economic defense of capitalism written by Andrew Bernstein. It argues that capitalism is the only moral social system because it respects individual rights and promotes human flourishing. Bernstein presents historical and theoretical evidence to show that free markets and private property are essential for progress, innovation, and prosperity.
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Historical Overview: The Birth of Freedom
To understand capitalism’s soul, one must first grasp its historical context. Pre-capitalist societies were dominated by brute force—whether the divine right of kings or the collective will of tribes. Wealth came from conquest, not production; status from birth, not ability. What changed history for...
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Moral Foundations: The Ethics of Rational Self-Interest
The heart of capitalism lies in its moral dimension. In this book, I advance a radical claim: capitalism is not just efficient, it is good—good in the deepest ethical sense. Why? Because it is the only system that upholds man’s moral right to live for his own sake. This principle, drawn from Object...
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About Andrew Bernstein
Andrew Bernstein is an American philosopher and author associated with Objectivism, the philosophy developed by Ayn Rand. He has written extensively on ethics, politics, and economics, advocating for rational self-interest and laissez-faire capitalism.
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