Ayn Rand
Ayn Rand was a Russian-American writer and philosopher, best known for her novels 'Atlas Shrugged' and 'The Fountainhead,' which promote her philosophy of Objectivism, emphasizing individualism and capitalism. She has become an influential figure in libertarian thought, particularly among entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley.
Born on Feb 02, 1905 (121 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Finland | 1 | 7.00 | 3.12% | +0% | 5,540,718 | 173,147 | $272,000 | 8,500$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,540,718 | 173,147 | $272,000 | 8,500$ |
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Finland:
Philosopher Ayn Rand was intrigued by the contradiction of Marilyn Monroe's public persona and her achievements.
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Canada:
Ayn Rand's dystopian novella inspired the album 2112 by Rush.
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Mexico:
Ayn Rand is included in a discussion about significant philosophical figures.
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Hungary:
Ayn Rand is the author of 'The Fountainhead', which was published in 1943.
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Argentina:
Ayn Rand is referenced as a significant figure in liberal feminism for her advocacy of women's rights.
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United Kingdom:
Atwood adds that the children practised selfish rapacious capitalism in the vein of the conservative literary hero Ayn Rand.
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Greece:
Ayn Rand is mentioned as a significant influence on Giannis Kalpouzos.
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Australia:
Ayn Rand is referred to as the godmother of American libertarianism, influencing the film's title.
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Spain:
Ayn Rand's ideas on cultural wars are referenced as influential among contemporary right-wing thinkers.
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Brazil:
Ayn Rand is mentioned as a proponent of a selfish philosophy that Sachs criticizes as harmful to society.
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