If we define work/labor as human effort that results in the creation of value by transforming raw materials into a commodity (or an intermediaries that later become commodities) or providing services that allow for the continuation of human society, you kinda see why the disconnect exists.
When I post multiple paragraphs, I’m usually writing towards an ignorant liberal who might someday somehow stumble in here perhaps looking for “shittankiessay” material
So I write purposely basic definitions like that which force the readers to adopt my framework.
If I don’t define labor, and they have no idea that I’m working from a Marxist mindset, then the point can’t really be made. If work is just “what I do to make money,” well, everyone does that! Even CEOs in a way. Capitalists invest capital and think that’s working. So, I gotta define what I’m talking about in hopes of grabbing just one person.
It also forces me to recall information so I don’t become Joe Biden with jello sloshing in my skull
We do.
When I post multiple paragraphs, I’m usually writing towards an ignorant liberal who might someday somehow stumble in here perhaps looking for “shittankiessay” material
So I write purposely basic definitions like that which force the readers to adopt my framework.
If I don’t define labor, and they have no idea that I’m working from a Marxist mindset, then the point can’t really be made. If work is just “what I do to make money,” well, everyone does that! Even CEOs in a way. Capitalists invest capital and think that’s working. So, I gotta define what I’m talking about in hopes of grabbing just one person.
It also forces me to recall information so I don’t become Joe Biden with jello sloshing in my skull
No worries. I just replied so you knew I read it.