What is the truth about communism? What is its origin?

Question

What is the truth about communism? What is its origin?

Answer 1

truth: it's killed over 100 million people (Stalin's purges, China, etc)

originated from ideology of Karl Marx. implemented by Lenin after the Bolsheviks overthrew Nicolas II (Anastasia and the basement execution).  

Answer 2

it was developed by lenin and marx to counteract the aristocracy in russia. it centers on nationalizing operation of all resources and abolishing classes. it has been adopted in many countries such as Cuba and China, primarily as a transitional instrument to overthrow authoritarian regimes. it usually represents the mid-point between totalitarianism and democracy in contemporary settings.

in reference to the previous comment: communism doesn't kill anyone. its generally misrepresented by dictators and its common knowledge that stalin's vision of communism had little in common with marx or lenin. its definitely authoritarian, but on small scales can be successful. hudderites or amish can be considered communist communities and are usually functioning groups. when applied to larger populations in deconstructing state governments, however, it is more complicated and difficult to achieve.

Answer 3

Doesn't anyone read books anymore ... go to the library ... shut off the computer and go out into the sunlight and learn about the world .

  Your best answer lies in a book that's waiting at the library for you.