by GHung » Sun 23 Sep 2018, 11:30:27
I'm still curious about what form of capitalist system people prefer. "Capitalism" is a broad term, sort of like "Christianity".
Do people prefer Laiseez-faire capitalism, anarcho capitalism, some hybrid of capitalism infused with tax-supported social programs? It's obvious that most systems are hybrid/mixed systems, including China and the US. Are those who espouse pure capitalism, free from any government intrusions, willing to divest from anything that benefits from social programs such as SNAP ($70+ billion subsidy for Big Food), Medicaid (billions for Big Health and Big Pharma), agricultural programs and subsidies, tax credits for renewables, all that?
Are so-called social democracies, with high taxes supporting social programs, while allowing successful free enterprise, valid "capitalist" systems or socialism?
Do those who prefer pure capitalism think it's OK for tax dollars to bail out corporations during an economic downturn? If so, can we call that "situational socialism" or somesuch? Or should TBTF corporations be allowed to fail?
How many of you are really wanting a "have-your-cake-and-eat-it-too" capitalism, where people and corporations are free from regulation and any form of government interference unless those government policies, tax credits, bailouts, etc, improve their bottom lines and stock prices?
Where do you draw the line?
Blessed are the Meek, for they shall inherit nothing but their Souls. - Anonymous Ghung Person