Historically, we could start off by talking about the 40 million people killed by their own government in the 20th century thanks to their communist and socialistic setup. Morally, we could talk about people having the things they have worked for taken away and given to those who have not worked as hard. Practically, we could talk about the results of taking away the incentive to innovate and work hard away from a populace.
No, capitalism is not perfect. No, the United States is not perfect. But it's far better than communism.
I can't believe people still believe buy into this Marxist, class warfare rhetoric. In order to buy into your argument, you have to believe that those who are too poor to afford a computer and internet connection are only that poor because of our political and economic system. Do you honestly believe that? Could it be that the majority of them are in the position they are in because of their own behavior?
Can I ask what sort of political/economic system you think will bring about the "utopian Star Trek Federation-esque perfect world"?
First of all, its only voluntary if they won't let you leave. You can leave. Second of all, if you pay social security, you get social security benefits. You're not paying for their support, you're paying for your own.
First, it's voluntary? I'd like to know how to opt out.
Second, you are paying for their support. When you pay social security, that money goes straight out to the people who are currently collecting. The next generation will be paying the current's generation social security (if there are enough of THEM to pay for it).
Another note: It's not just that there are 30+ million of THEM, it's that there are 30+ million of THEM and they VOTE. The AARP is one of the most powerful lobbies out there because their members vote in droves thanks to the invention of the electric golf cart.
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Ok, how EXACTLY, is socialism evil?
Let me count the ways....
Historically, we could start off by talking about the 40 million people killed by their own government in the 20th century thanks to their communist and socialistic setup. Morally, we could talk about people having the things they have worked for taken away and given to those who have not worked as hard. Practically, we could talk about the results of taking away the incentive to innovate and work hard away from a populace.
No, capitalism is not perfect. No, the United States is not perfect. But it's far better than communism.
Oh, puh-leeze.....
I can't believe people still believe buy into this Marxist, class warfare rhetoric. In order to buy into your argument, you have to believe that those who are too poor to afford a computer and internet connection are only that poor because of our political and economic system. Do you honestly believe that? Could it be that the majority of them are in the position they are in because of their own behavior?
Can I ask what sort of political/economic system you think will bring about the "utopian Star Trek Federation-esque perfect world"?
First of all, its only voluntary if they won't let you leave. You can leave. Second of all, if you pay social security, you get social security benefits. You're not paying for their support, you're paying for your own.
First, it's voluntary? I'd like to know how to opt out.
Second, you are paying for their support. When you pay social security, that money goes straight out to the people who are currently collecting. The next generation will be paying the current's generation social security (if there are enough of THEM to pay for it).
Another note: It's not just that there are 30+ million of THEM, it's that there are 30+ million of THEM and they VOTE. The AARP is one of the most powerful lobbies out there because their members vote in droves thanks to the invention of the electric golf cart.