Hence they are styled Miroyedy (Commune-devourers) or Kulaki (fists), or something equally uncomplimentary.

Once this view is adopted, it follows logically that the Communal institutions, in so far as they form a barrier to the activity of such persons, ought to be carefully preserved.

This idea underlies nearly all the arguments in favour of the Commune, and explains why they are so popular.

Russians of all classes have, in fact, a leaning towards socialistic notions, and very little sympathy with our belief in individual initiative and unrestricted competition.
Even if it be admitted that the Commune may effectually prevent the formation of an agricultural Proletariat, the question is thereby only half answered.

Russia aspires to become a great industrial and commercial country, and accordingly her town population is rapidly augmenting.