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That we could certainly emulate, even do better than other countries when considering adopting aspects of socialism.
originally posted by: intrptr
a reply to: deadlyhope
That we could certainly emulate, even do better than other countries when considering adopting aspects of socialism.
We already do, most people are just in denial about it. Modern cities are the biggest social engineering projects on a mega scale.
Most people who decry socialism, can't live without programs like public works, public schools, Public transit, mail delivery, police, fire…
So cry freedom and don't call the fire department the next time your house catches fire. When your car breaks down from hitting all the potholes the road workers didn't fix, you'll have to walk to work instead of taking the bus. Your kids will stay home because you can't afford privatized schools. And the cops? Forget about 911, theres no policing available.
Oh, and forget about applying for unemployment or welfare, those offices are closed.
originally posted by: deadlyhope
a reply to: ketsuko
I don't see that.
I see company A patenting the way to make almond milk, raking in tons of money on royalties, and company B patenting their GMO almonds, paying off the FDA to make sure a real health study is never done on such almonds, and company B also leveraging their position to ensure their almonds are the only ones bought.
Your explanation is beyond fantasy.
I mean, I realize you were defining capitalism in essence, but the actuality has always been far different.
originally posted by: deadlyhope
a reply to: ketsuko
I don't see that.
I see company A patenting the way to make almond milk, raking in tons of money on royalties, and company B patenting their GMO almonds, paying off the FDA to make sure a real health study is never done on such almonds, and company B also leveraging their position to ensure their almonds are the only ones bought.
Your explanation is beyond fantasy.
I mean, I realize you were defining capitalism in essence, but the actuality has always been far different.
originally posted by: deadlyhope
a reply to: greencmp
a quote from some guy I've never heard of doesn't make it true.
Billionaires bribe politicians to look the other way when breaking laws, or just make crony activity well within the law.
Politicians cater to corporations so they get a slice of the power/money pie as well.
Show me real life examples that show the contrary - Not some random quote.