What is the root of war?

Please read this essay which contains Rand's arguments (but please don't feel you need to agree with it to turn up): https://courses.aynrand.org/works/the-roots-of-war/

What are the premises about human nature necessary to Rand's argument?

Is Rand against war?

What do you think of the core argument of this essay?

What cases could this essay be applicable to?

Come discuss this topic and whether you agree with Ayn Rand or not in a roundtable format with other interested people!

Location: We will be meeting inside the Cambridge Castle Bar, likely on the two small tables near the stairs as it is quieter.
Format: Roundtable discussion, moderated to ensure everyone gets a shot at intervening on each point and to keep the discussion on topic.

Feel free to message the group if you have any trouble finding us or ask the bartenders