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In another discussion, VP Stupid raised the question as to how many Americans actually believe socialism leads to communism – in response to the fear many Americans are now showing after Obama explained his tax plans are there to help the poor.

Because I spent too much time playing Spore today, I’m basically stealing my response and making it a new post. :p

(today’s post: 199 words)

It’s not even the point that one could lead to the other. To most, it’s the point that one may as well be the other.

I believe socialism is a good thing! In the short term, it’s about setting minimum standards for the people - on education, income, health care, etc. And the very people who would benefit are fighting against it. The rich have a laugh and taunt the poor/middle with claims that “you, too, could be rich like me! So long as you don’t embrace evil socialism/communism!”

Look at Joe the Plumber. He represents the very large group that is absolutely convinced that life would be better under McCain - even if facts say otherwise – because the Republicans are using “spread the wealth” to keep him from temptation.

Ultimately, you’re right. I’d guess capitalism is a natural evolution of our prior systems, a great system to lead us into the era of prosperity, education, health, relative safety and comfort we now enjoy. But I don’t know that it can take us any farther than it already has. There are ways we can advance. And I think socialism is one of the ways we can achieve it.

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