The Intellectual Contributions of Ayn Rand

Published October 10, 2010 | By Bman

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novels. Her novels continue to sell by the hundreds of thousands every year to people attracted to their inspirational storylines and distinctive ideas. Individuals run businesses, invent, create art and ideas that depend on their own talents and on trade with other independent people to reach their goals.

When is it Permissible for Leaders to be Selfish?

In relation to the Virtues of Selfishness (Rand, 1964), one comes to understand the importance of shielding himself from those who would rob him of the time and talent that is necessary for ethical behavior. For example, adequate rest is one of the main requirements for the maintenance of a healthy body and a sound mind.

History tells us that great leaders in battles retreated so that they would live to fight another day. The

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