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@macbudkowski
Fun fact: It was Polish working class that brought Polish communism to an end (& later in USSR). Ironically, the very factory workers who were often portrayed as communism's greatest beneficiaries were the ones who protested against it so strongly that they ultimately dismantled the system.
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Plus they did it via primarily peaceful protests, Gandhi-style. If you're into history, you can learn more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solidarity_(Polish_trade_union)
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@macbudkowski
@dwr.eth we once had a convo here about communism so you might find it interesting :)
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@macbudkowski
a funny quote from the wiki page:
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@degenlady1
It’s quite ironic honestly What led to them dismantling the system when they already benefited from it?…
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@matallo.eth
I learned about this watching Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War documentary on Netflix, really recommended
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@skineo01
Thanks for the link. My fathers side of the family never taught me anything. Thanx Bud🫶🏼
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@kel66.eth
That’s a crazy fact We learn everyday
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@gmtk
Fuck politics.
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