Manchester Ayn Rand Meetup

Join us for our latest online discussion as we tackle the essay, "Common Fallacies About Capitalism," found in Ayn Rand's influential collection, Capitalism: The Unknown Ideal, written by Nathaniel Branden.

This meeting offers a unique opportunity to:

• Dissect Common Criticisms: Systematically examine the fallacies identified and rebuttals to each.

• Clarify Core Capitalist Principles: Gain a deeper understanding of the Objectivist defense of a genuinely free economic system.

• Analyze Historical & Contemporary Relevance: Discuss how these "fallacies" continue to shape public discourse and policy today.

• Engage in Thought-Provoking Dialogue: Share your insights, questions, and different perspectives in a constructive and open environment.

Whether you are seeking to understand the arguments for capitalism, curious about Objectivist economic theory, or interested in exploring the intellectual roots of modern economic debates, this discussion promises to be intellectually rigorous and highly relevant.

To get the most out of the discussion, we highly recommend reading the essay "Common Fallacies About Capitalism," available in Ayn Rand's book Capitalism: The Unknown Ideal.

Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in economics, philosophy, free markets, Objectivism, or the intellectual history of capitalism. All viewpoints are encouraged for a robust and respectful exchange.

Please register in advance via the Meetup App.

Link to meeting below:

https://meet.google.com/irx-yvzu-obq

Join us for a fundamental and exhilarating in-person discussion as we tackle Ayn Rand's seminal essay, "Philosophy: Who Needs It." This is perhaps one of Rand's most crucial and accessible non-fiction pieces, directly confronting the common perception that philosophy is an obscure, impractical subject relevant only to academics.

This meetup offers a unique opportunity to:

• Unpack Rand's Bold Claim: Explore why Rand asserts that philosophy is not a luxury, but a necessity for human life and a guide for achieving values.

• Identify Your Own Philosophical Premises: Reflect on how philosophical ideas, even unacknowledged ones, shape your decisions, beliefs, and emotions daily.

• Discuss the Five Branches of Philosophy: Understand Rand's breakdown of Metaphysics, Epistemology, Ethics, Politics, and Esthetics, and their interconnectedness.

• Engage in Lively Dialogue: Share your insights, questions, and different perspectives on the essay's profound implications for individual living and societal health.

Whether you're new to Rand's work, a seasoned student of philosophy, or simply curious about the profound impact of abstract ideas on concrete reality, this discussion promises to be intellectually rigorous and personally illuminating.

To get the most out of the discussion, we strongly encourage reading Ayn Rand's essay "Philosophy: Who Needs It", available in the book of the same name and at the link below:

https://courses.aynrand.org/works/philosophy-who-needs-it/

Recommend viewing is this video on the same essay, available at the link below:

https://youtu.be/rXtS4FpW3mM?si=j3Pc70TgtYQEwilx

See you there!