9. He was a Socialist, a Communist and in general, economically blind.
While always advocating for non-violence, Gandhi also believed that workers in a capitalist economy are “exploited” and that “mill owners . . . are not exclusive owners of mills and workmen are equal sharers in ownership.” Gandhi said that in his ideal society, “There will certainly be no have-nots, no unemployment, and no disparity between classes and masses such as we see to-day. I have no doubt whatsoever that if non-violence in its full measure becomes the policy of the State, we shall reach essential equality without strife.”
