Peter Kropotkin (Russian revolutionary)

Peter Kropotkin was a Russian revolutionary and thinker known for his advocacy of anarchism and cooperation. He believed society should be based on voluntary, decentralized organizations rather than centralized authority or hierarchy. Kropotkin argued that mutual aid and solidarity among individuals and communities are natural and essential for progress, challenging views that competition is the primary driver of evolution. His ideas promoted the idea that cooperation, decentralized governance, and mutual support can create a just and egalitarian society, emphasizing human potential for collective well-being.