Do you think most of the Democrat Supporters are like this Guy? If so, we are in trouble.?

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Socialism is afraid of competition.

Socialism is also a Protectism. When We fall behind, we protect ourselves from the competition.

This guy wants Burger Flippers to be paid same as the Medical Doctors, Lawyers and College Professors.

Scary, isn't it?!

Now I am scared.

How many people can be qualified as CEO and CIO??? They are the ones who manage the BIG Corporations and it comes with BIG RESPONSIBILITY. I dont see Liberals complain about the salary of any professional sport players.

Answer 1

I have noticed that most people that call for that pay stuff are losers flipping burgers.

Answer 2

The Democratic Party and its supporters may include some socialists, but in general Democrats and socialists are quite distinct.

Since the Democrats and Republicans divided along philosophical lines in the 1960s and '7os, most Democrats have been "neoliberals"; we agree with classical liberals (what Americans traditionally calls "conservatives") on an emphasis on individual liberty, but extend our notions of government's proper role in securing and promoting that liberty to the economic sphere.

My favorite example is the FTC's don't-call list, which I find to be a great boon to my personal freedom, but which a pure classical liberal would have to condemn as a government intrusion on economic activity.

Neither classical liberalism nor neoliberalism is at all compatible with socialism, which involves government control of the means of production.

I find that many YA participants fling around accusations of socialism, communism, fascism, Nazi-ism, and so forth with very little justification. None of these extremist views is at all compatible with the philosophies underlying conservative (mostly Republican) or liberal (mostly Democratic) major party activities.

Portions of both parties may, however, step over the line occasionally. Republicans are very fond of government intrusion into personal liberties, and I admit some Democrats are overly fond of government control of businesses.

The trouble is that the middle, which is where all proponents of individual liberty wind up, is always a balancing act. The extremes give easy answers, requiring no thought. I'd rather be a bit of a mugwump than a clam; at least birds have the possibility of flight.

Answer 3

The democrats want to make it possible for more people to attend college to improve their lives. The democrats want people to earn a living wage. That doesn't mean they make the same as a doctor or lawyer. Have you ever had to work 2 or 3 jobs to keep your home? Trust me, that isn't akin to living your life. Its extremely unhealthy.

Mostly its some of the young people who don't see much of a future for themselves that feel socialism is a viable substitute for capitalism. You're right. They don't see themselves winning in a competitive world. They are the ones who need to see the opportunities that used to be available to more people in the U.S. That is one of the most important things democrats represent. Can you see the difference?

Answer 4

To the EXTREME, it may sound scary, but he didn't mention B.K. workers. He said Soldiers and Defenders of the public, and I agree with him. What? You think getting a 60 million dollar severance pay for 1 years work is just and right?? Live in your own world, we'll live in the real one.

Answer 5

no its not scary its one persons opion u cons shouldn't be frightened so easy,but is funny how ur more frightened by universal healthcare then the patriot act

always talking about socialism is on our doorsteps because of Hillary but don't acknowledge fascism is already on our doorsteps!

and no most aren't like that guy i don't believe we should all be paid the same and any logical person would know that,u shouldn't be scared of an entire party for one persons opion but i guess muslim americans with family in the middle east are afraid of all republicans because one whack job like micheal savage or other cons like him on YA say we should drop the bomb on the middle east and just wipe them all out

Answer 6

Seeing that all communist nations on earth have embraced capitalism this question seems as dated as the McCarthy inquiries.

Answer 7

*yawn*


And yet another teeny little brain in another teeny little person, foaming at the mouth at the very idea of economic justice. AND entirely missing the point.

Answer 8

He or she might have meant a socialist democracy (or whatever the term is). That would be something different. A mixed economy.

Answer 9

Question and BA have me shaking my head.....For anyones thought process to be so screwed up....scares me...

Answer 10

GOOBer!

You forgot to look in the mirror, again.