This text discusses the distribution of the social product in communism.
The author argues that Leichter’s approach to this question is flawed because it remains within the sphere of influence of capitalist modes of thought.
The author proposes that the distribution of the social product should be based on the average social hour of labor, and that this should be administered by the producers themselves.
Here are some questions about this text:
- What are the main flaws in Leichter’s approach to the distribution of the social product?
- What is the author’s proposed solution to this problem?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of using the average social hour of labor as the basis for distribution?
Here are some answers to these questions:
- Leichter’s approach remains within the sphere of influence of capitalist modes of thought because it assumes that the distribution of the social product must be controlled by a central authority.
- The author’s proposed solution is to base the distribution of the social product on the average social hour of labor.
- The advantages of using the average social hour of labor as the basis for distribution include that it would be a fair and equitable system, and it would be relatively easy to administer. However, there are also some potential disadvantages, such as the fact that it could lead to a lack of incentive for producers to work hard.