Pierre Kropotkin

Pierre Kropotkin was a Russian scientist and activist who advocated for anarchism and mutual aid. He believed that cooperation and collaboration among people naturally promote social progress, rather than competition and hierarchy. Kropotkin studied animals and humans, arguing that altruism and helping others are essential for survival and thriving societies. He promoted decentralized, voluntary communities without government control, emphasizing that human nature supports solidarity and shared responsibility. His ideas influenced social and political movements advocating for a more egalitarian and cooperative society grounded in mutual support.