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[quote=Anonymous]I think the best systems use socialist principals to keep capitalism in check, as you see in many European countries. Unchecked capitalism is stupid and ultimately only liberating for a tiny few at the very tip top. Socialism on its own without capitalism doesn't work -- the incentives don't work.

But capitalism that allows people who work hard and are innovative to make more money, while also using taxes, social programs, and worker protections to ensure that everyone has a baseline standard of living, makes sense to me. Sure, I think someone starting a business or putting int eh work to become an expert in a field should make more and be rewarded for that. But I also think people who work in retail or service jobs should get a living wage and be guaranteed healthcare and access to education. I also think we can mitigate issues like homelessness by providing robust support for the poor, old, and mentally ill, including "government handouts" that enable people to live reasonably comfortable lives even if they cannot work or cannot work full time.

I think it's really weird when people complain about taxes or social services. I mean, do you want children to starve because their parents are poor, mentally ill, or lost their jobs? Do you want lots of desperate people who can't afford basic medical care or access to an education that might help them better their lives? Why would you want that? So I support things like socialized healthcare and free college, not because I want to "redistribute wealth" but because I want to live in a functional society with people who have access to healthcare and education.[/quote]

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