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Damned right-wingers . . . or is taht left-wingers

I have a question regarding the dominant ideology theory and the theory (or whatever) of opposites.

Back in the eighties the "right-wing" governments in South America did not prohibit Marx from being read in the universities. He was not part of the state cirriculum, but also not on the banned list. However, John Stuart Mill with his ideas about the "marketplace of ideas" and "free speech" was prohibited.

So, does this mean taht:

a) these governments were really "left-wing"
b) good ol' Karl was actually a "right-winger" and J.S. Mill a "left-winger"

I await your answers.

Follow Ups:

• Little problem Nikhil Jaikumar Eviction Free Zone Massachusetts March 30 1999 (0)
• The real answer Lark ICA Ireland March 30 1999 (0)
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  • . . . middle fingers Joel Jacobson none USA March 31 1999 (1)
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