Schools, Colleges and Universities are important to American political culture. They are the places where ideas are formulated and policy discussed and developed. Being an active part of that discussion is a critical job for young socialists. We have to work hard to change people’s misconceptions about socialism, to broaden political debate, and to fight the cynicism and apathy all political groups face on campuses today. Off-campus, too, in our daily cultural lives, young people can be turning the tide against racism, sexism and homophobia, as well as the conservative myth of the virtue of greed.
2006-12-17 05:03:29 · 15 answers · asked by I Love America! 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Ok, Social Security has worked well, has it not?
2006-12-17 05:06:16 · update #1
Tell me. Where has Socialism REALLY worked well?
Might I add this. If you want to live in a Socialist country, move to one. I will help you pack.
What does Social Security have to do with the question? My advice is stay in school.
2006-12-17 05:05:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 0⤋
Why on earth would the USA wish to move towards Socialism when every country in the world that has experienced socialism has just turned its back on it and accepted the free market?
Socialism is finished. A politically and morally bankrupt philosophy that espouses equality through poverty and misery.
Throughout the world traditional "socialist" political parties are abandoning their political inheritance and accepting the inevitable victory of the market based economy. Even the newly elected leader of the Australian Labor Party has just declared "I am not a socialist. I never have been a Socialist. And I never will be a Socialist."
What can the American people do to move the US towards the glory socialism? Absolutely nothing.... keep it where it belongs - in the dustbin in of bad ideas.
2006-12-17 05:12:03 · answer #2 · answered by Ak23566 3 · 5⤊ 0⤋
It happens all the time. The U.S. has moved slowly in that direction ever since the election of Franklin Roosevelt. There are fits and starts, because idealistic young people become cynical older people and realize the risks and dangers of what the young see as obvious answers. It's the old saw, "Anyone who isn't a socialist at 20 has no heart; anyone who's still a socialist at 40 has no brain."
2016-05-23 02:11:19 · answer #3 · answered by Patricia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To encourage the growth of socialism in America, support the Congressional Progressive Caucus. If they gain strength, support, and numbers, soon we too can have the glorious socialist equality and prosperity of the former Soviet Union, China, or North Korea.
2006-12-17 05:23:59 · answer #4 · answered by Tom Jr 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You asked this question several days ago. I'll give you the same answer I gave you then.
VOTE DEMOCRAT!
Campuses are already believers in Socialism and preach that bilge. It's only when people go out into the real world do they see that it is unworkable.
I'll make the same suggestion to you that I've made before. Instead of giving slogans and generalities, please propose one actual thing the socialists would do. Be specific in what you would implement and how it would work.
2006-12-17 05:13:01 · answer #5 · answered by Uncle Pennybags 7 · 7⤊ 0⤋
American economics are based upon Capitalism, not socialism. America cannot (and will not) shift away from this policy. Thinking that conservatives value greed is a misnomer. Conservatives value personal responsibility, which is something socialists lack...
2006-12-17 05:12:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
Nothing, nor should we. Socialism is a system that essentially punishes anyone that is more capable than the average. Socialism is the equivalent of dumbing down an entire classroom to go at the pace of the dumbest kid.
2006-12-17 05:11:56 · answer #7 · answered by Chris J 6 · 7⤊ 0⤋
Socialism is based on the theory that people are naturally good. They'll work hard, and share what they have.
Capitalism is based on the theory that people are naturally lazy. They'll only work hard if they're rewarded for it, and some may choose to share.
The latter has been shown true through out history.
2006-12-17 05:07:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 9⤊ 1⤋
Socialism works? On what planet?
The first answer is exactly right. Liberals can't name a place where socialism has worked.
2006-12-17 05:05:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 0⤋
Sweetie,
when all the socialists are equal in driving Mercedes Benz and Lexus you let me know .. until that time our constitutional republic rules!
P.S. IRA's are dabomb!! woot!!
2006-12-17 05:07:03 · answer #10 · answered by Tapestry6 7 · 8⤊ 0⤋