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Politics : Politics for Pros- moderated
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To: Katelew who wrote (406115)1/23/2011 12:15:59 PM
From: Joe Btfsplk3 Recommendations  Read Replies (1) of 794309
 
I think we're using different definitions of socialism and classical liberalism.

State ownership of the means of production has been so discredited those who mis-appropriated the term liberal, now "progressive", dasn't shoot for that. Now. Instead, they try to dictate how privately owned assets are utilized. That's fascism, or corporatism if you prefer. Socialism is a good enough shorthand for the left end of the spectrum, sharing commonality in pedigree.

Classical liberalism leaves maximum practical autonomy to individuals and their voluntary associations. Experience suggests that arrangement best improves the common good, subject to reasoned constraints. The foundation for improving the lot of everyone, rich and poor alike, is stuffing the pipeline with more and better and newer and cheaper stuff. Socialism doesn't -- can't -- deliver.

I'm guessing you're well in the upper percentiles wrt to intelligence and analytic ability. I'd further guess you've had little or no exposure to a vast body of literature examining why mechanisms on the "right" work best.

Acquiring a comprehensive overview of conflicting economic visions is an exhaustive effort. Of those with the interest and ability too few have the time. Dammit!!
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