The first socialists were the intellectuals; they, and not the masses, are the backbone of Socialism.
Ludwig von MisesCapitalism and socialism are two distinct patterns of social organization. Private control of the means of production and public control are contradictory notions and not merely contrary notions. There is no such thing as a mixed economy, a system that would stand midway between capitalism and socialism.
Ludwig von MisesEvery collectivist assumes a different source for the collective will, according to his own political, religious and national convictions.
Ludwig von Mises