a theory or system of social organization that advocates the vesting of the ownership and control of the means of production and distribution, of capital, land, etc., in the community as a whole.
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procedure or practice in accordance with this theory.
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(in Marxist theory) the stage following capitalism in the transition of a society to communism, characterized by the imperfect implementation of collectivist principles.
On the surface it never looks bad. The intentions were never evil. The implications of enacting Socialism have lead to the word taking on a globally derogatory connotation. Socialism brought this on itself.
Unfortunately in our demanding society the definition of Socialism looks like a refreshing glass of cool water to the parched public. They are so thirsty that they can not see it for the poison it is.
Imagine you were a teacher and you offered the entire class an "A" regardless of their efforts. You told them this up front. They knew that no matter how hard they worked or how little effort they put into it they would all be recognized by the same grade...an "A".
Do you honestly think they would put all they had into it? Some might. But after time and time again they realized their efforts were wasted they would join the group who never cared at all and just took the unearned grade.
This is Socialism. It is here now, and it is pushing it's way through each and every one of our lives. It is the perfect example of effective marketing. No one will know what they actually bought until it is time to pay the bill.
Hi Dinah - Great blog! If only somes eyes will be opened. I can easily see a slight change from: "On the surface it never looks bad. The intentions were never evil." As at this time it DOES look bad. Also, obama's intentions ARE evil.
John. I appreciate your comments. I think we agree on many levels. However I think Evil in this case is a result of good intentions gone wrong. I do not think anyone wakes up trying to destroy our nation. They wake up hoping to make the world a better place and compromise their values. At first I do not even think they realize the path they are on. After treading down the coursethey encounter the truth but it is too late. They have made choices that forced them into other choices that essentially eliminates choice all together.
If Hitler, Stalin, and Lennon had shown their true colors up front no one would have followed them. It sounds idealistic on the surface and results in the destruction of hope.
After all isn't life liberty and the pursuit of happiness something we all strive for. Without hope we have no reason to try.
Dinah - too many people forget that facism, especially Italian facism under Mussolini, is also a very socialist economic philosophy. We are treading our way somewhere between a communist and facist form of socialism. Regardless, the result will be a loss of freedoms and incentives to excell, guarenteed to turn this once grand country into just a mediocre & effete presence in the world.
Dinah, many people forget that SOME early America WAS socialist. It was a complete failure. More than one colony tried to run a co-op type system that allowed people to give and take as they needed. What they found was that it led to laziness and that the entire colony nearly starved as those that took outnumbered those that produced.
Your example of an A given by a teacher no matter the effort is perfect. Eventually no one would be qualified to teach and eventually no one will be earning enough "wealth" so support people who don't "earn" any. My plan at this point is never vote for an incumbant again. I didn't vote for this "change" but it looks like it's being shoved down my throat.
Hi Dinah, great topic with the turbulent political winds around us these days. Many don't understand the pitfalls of a socialistic economic system. Competition can be brutal in comparison sometimes but it usually brings out the best products and services for the masses. Political type posts take courage to write so I admire you for that, as I am sure you will get your share of dissenters too. Hopefully all polite discourse.
We have been heading in that direction even before The Admin kicked it into high gear. We have way to many give way programs. No wonder more and more people want to come here...they don't have to work.
Here is a little bit better analogy of the teacher and the grade...
Test is given and grades ranged from 50-100. The teacher then says that those who earned over a 70 will be donating their extra points to the point pool to help bring up the people who were in that 50-70 range.
So you worked hard, got a 100 but were given a 70. The guy next to you didn't study, got a 50 and was still given a 70. This is the true essence of everyone according to their ability, everyone according to their need.
All students produced the sum total of the grade points and the "extra" points were spread around to make sure everyone in the class was able to "pass". So what is so bad that EVERYONE is able to pass? Because it's human nature to want to achieve more...unless achieving more doesn't hold any value. What is the incentive for the guys in the 50-70 range to EVER study? What is the incentive for achievers (70-100 range) to put the effort and excell?
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Hi Dinah - Great blog! If only somes eyes will be opened. I can easily see a slight change from: "On the surface it never looks bad. The intentions were never evil." As at this time it DOES look bad. Also, obama's intentions ARE evil.