Sinister Angel
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Why is it that a majority of people can't seem to embrace the concept of Capitalism?
Why can't people embrace Capitalism?
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This is where some context is helpful. 
Sinister Angel
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Originally posted by azgardia
This is where some context is helpful.
I'm talking total and complete use of the capitalist system in government.
Because people are bleeding hearts and dont like it that its a system where only the strong survive.
Sinister Angel
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And what is a word we would use to describe the thought process..?
what majority of people are you talking about?
Sinister Angel
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Why, the people who support senseless regulation. See the driving right thread.
YesterdayAgain
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Bullshit. :lol: :lol: :lol:
Because it's a pipe dream, especially in today's "Global" economy.
TnPaulMan
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Sinister, I like you as a friend, but this thread is pointless.
Paul
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Why? Because they are taught that it is not practical or it is cruel. Exhibit 1 below.
We do not have a system of capitalism in this country. We have a mixed economy. A little bit of freedom mixed with socialism and a topping of government controls.
That is a common misconception usually used by those opposed to, or do not understand, capitalism. Capitalism is a socio-economic system, not just an economic one. AKA laissez-faire capitalism. It is the only moral system.
We do not have a system of capitalism in this country. We have a mixed economy. A little bit of freedom mixed with socialism and a topping of government controls.
The majority do. That's why Bush got re-elected. All kidding aside, though, capitalism requires poor people to survive. Not everyone can have dough. Bleeding hearts can't deal with that.
Re: Re: Why can't people embrace Capitalism?
Hmmm. That's a good point too.
Hmmm. That's a good point too.
YesterdayAgain
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hahahaha Pissed off about proposal 1, huh J?
Originally posted by 03DOHC
Why? Because they are taught that it is not practical or it is cruel. Exhibit 1 below.
That is a common misconception usually used by those opposed to, or do not understand, capitalism. Capitalism is a socio-economic system, not just an economic one. AKA laissez-faire capitalism. It is the only moral system.
We do not have a system of capitalism in this country. We have a mixed economy. A little bit of freedom mixed with socialism and a topping of government controls.
I agree with you. Now, playing devils advocate, how can a system be fair where the top 10% control 90% of the money in this country? How is laissez-faire capitalism moral?
If youre in the top 10%, why complain?
I dont think I would complain.:rockon:
Sinister Angel
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You bring up something that proves get's down to the heart of why a majority of people are sheep and are scared of capitalism.
For those of you not in Michigan, let me paste what people saw on the ballot.
What we have here is a piece of legislation that basicly says to build a casino (remember, this doesn't apply to the Greektown Casinos or indians), you have to get statewide voter approval and then local approval. This does a few things.
- Creates a government endorsed monopoly to indian casinos and the Greektown Casinos
- Sets the precedent that you can not use your land for reasons decided on your own volition. Rather, in the name of socialism and "fairness", you must ask how your land can be used
When I asked a few people why they voted for Prop 1, I got the standard reply "I don't want a casino in my back yard". Does anyone see the problem here other than me and a few other people? It shows how people say they like freedom, but when they disagree with something someone else wants to do (which clearly incures no violation of an individuals rights whatsoever), they fall on that endorsed form of mob rule called democracy. "Let the voters decide" is one of the common signs I've seen. How about the individual who owns land decide. What gives another person the right to decide what I can or can not do if it doesn't violate your rights? Nothing. You are absolutely wrong in the belief that you can, and Prop 1 is an example where people can vote on infringing someone elses right to do whatever they damn well please with property and feel ok about it by saying "Well, if the majority wants it..." Neighborhood associations and downtown development commitees are the same way. It's a good thing I'm not beligerantly drunk right now or I'd say a few things on my mind which would be... socialy unacceptable in regards to the poor bastard that would try to enforce such regulation. What do we call this sort of thing? Statism, and a majority practice and defend it by saying that "the majority decided this". How about if the majority decided you die? They did with Socrates and he didn't do anything that violated any individual rights.
YesterdayAgain
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Yes, but to look at it from the other side of the coin, you are saying I should be able to open a huge XXX PORN\ANAL LUBE\SEX TOY mega store right in the middle of a middle class suburbia neighborhood right across the street from an elementary school just because it's your private property.
Come on now, there is more than just a little gray area on this issue.
Come on now, there is more than just a little gray area on this issue.
Sinister Angel
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Yes, you should be able to. Why is it considered harmful to have a building next to a school or in a neighborhood? That's what it is. The business is housed inside, and clearly they aren't going to let kids inside, and people who don't agree with that sort of thing won't patronize you.
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