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 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Have you ever felt pride in your country's past and how does it shape your view on its future?

 @9JGR77TWomen’s Equality from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

 @9JGR7JG from Kentucky  answered…1yr1Y

Under President Biden, Jared Bernstein serves as Chair and Heather Boushey and Kirabo Jackson serve as Members of the CEA.

 @9JGRK28 from Connecticut  answered…1yr1Y

I feel pride in our country's growth from the past to the present and for the growth moving onto the future

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can you think of a situation where strict government control could seem appealing to maintain order?

 @9HY8MKB from Maryland  answered…1yr1Y

Natural disasters and times of war or terrorist attacks

 @9HYTDM8 from Pennsylvania  agreed…1yr1Y

The role of a properly-constituted government is to protect the rights of its citizens. In certain circumstances, this may involve increased attention to detail in policing, limitations on the privileges afforded to citizens, and even the temporary suspension of common activities such as trade. However, a government loses its legitimacy (and its right to enforce law, by proxy) when it begins to transgress against the rights of its citizens.

 @9HYKMGL from Tennessee  agreed…1yr1Y

Strict government control could increase efficiency, and potentially be more coordinated then many separate bodies trying to provide aid.

 @9HY8ZP7 from Tennessee  answered…1yr1Y

During a war, I could see how Sociological Francoism could be appealing to those who are hoping that their country can quickly go back to how it was before the war, but that usually is never possible. Conserving some of those old values might be what put that country in the current war it is fighting, so maybe they need to start over in some ways.

 @9HY8MBQ from Delaware  answered…1yr1Y

It could be effective if crime gets to an all time high and the people do not follow social codes anymore.

 @9HY93LCWomen’s Equality from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

For a time like now, the country is heavily divided, possibly on the verge of a Civil War. The government would need to step in to solve or mend the issues we are seeing.

 @9HYGV9Tdisagreed…1yr1Y

We are not on the "verge of a Civil War". The country is divided but that is not an issue that the government needs more involvment.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What role do you believe the family unit should play in modern society compared to its traditional role?

 @9HPMMR8  from South Dakota  answered…1yr1Y

The family unit is cruiel to society as it is a intricit system of ¨you do I do¨ the has shared responsibilites in the role of the family.

 @9HPML9D from California  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How much do you value individualism versus the collective good in your daily life?

 @9HTMKND from Florida  answered…1yr1Y

I value the type of individualism that says that everyone has the right to do anything as long as no damage is done to anyone else. But individualism should not be purely selfish, though it can act as protecting one's interest.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Should personal freedoms be sacrificed for the sake of maintaining traditional values and social order?

 @9HM5J63 from California  answered…1yr1Y

Depends on the traditional values and freedoms in question. If it gets in the way of making strong healthy families, and the base tiers of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to be fulfilled by the majority of the population, then yes.

 @9H8RNYYPeace and Freedom from North Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

 @9H8RGYQ  from Colorado  answered…1yr1Y

In a case where the "social order" or "traditional values" are detrimental to a group of people, it should be overturned and replaced with personal freedoms.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What personal sacrifice would you be willing to make for the perceived good of your nation?

 @9L2H2SD from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

I would follow my country for the great or good of it no matter what it takes I'm willing to do it even though America is not really fascist.

 @9L2GR3K from Maryland  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you define freedom in a society that emphasizes order and tradition?

 @9L2CS86 from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

Freedom in our society is considered a right we have the right to freedom but it is given to us and as soon as we don't follow these laws we will lose the right.

 @9L2CWRDLibertarian from New Jersey  answered…1yr1Y

Making everyone have the same traditions and stuff would be terrible. That’s what I’m getting out of this anyway.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

In what ways has the idea of a 'strong leader' influenced your opinion on how a country should be run?

 @9HXZZ9Y from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

A strong leader should be head stronger but also have integrity and honesty to gain trust from their people.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When have you had to choose between fitting in and being true to your values, and what did you learn from that decision?

 @9HV368R from Delaware  answered…1yr1Y

My grandparents expected me to be fluent in my parents native language. As a child it was a lot to take in all the languages and became confusing. I learned to be true to myself and give myself the time to learn what I could from each of my parents languages and background even if I was not the expert of each.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Is there a tradition in your life that you’d fight to preserve? If so, what is it?

 @9JDDFKW from North Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

The consistent points in Franco's ideology (termed Francoism) included authoritarianism, nationalism, national Catholicism, militarism, conservatism, anti-communism, and anti-liberalism.

 @9JDDVBBRepublican from California  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Is there a place in modern society for strong nationalistic feelings, and how do they affect international relations?

 @9J7LS2C from Utah  answered…1yr1Y

Strong nationalism, when given too much power, severely impacts foreign relations in a negative way, as some strong nationalists promote their interests for their own country, even if it impacts others. However, nationalism to a certain degree is not necessarily harmful, and citizens should be allowed to support and advocate for their country. It only becomes an issue when it is a detriment to other countries.

 @9J7LS5YRepublicananswered…1yr1Y

There is and I believe you should be all in for your country and if you are not, you can move somewhere else.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you balance the importance of national unity with the value of individual and regional differences?

 @9H65NGD from Utah  answered…1yr1Y

Politics should be more separate from. Religion as Religion is too leaned towards beliefs of a small group and less towards the wants and needs of the whole people

 @9H65JXP from Missouri  answered…1yr1Y

"Sociological Francoism" is a term I learned about through this website, and I find it a bit ridiculous that it's listed under ideologies here. It's Spanish fascism and there doesn't seem to be need to demarcate it differently in the English language section of this website. Spanish language section? Sure, it makes perfect sense. English language section - do you really expect anyone to recognize this?

Nevertheless, my uninformed American self will make an attempt to answer. Spain is in the EU. The end-goal of the European Union is a federal Europe; most Euroskeptic…  Read more

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

To what extent do you think uniform education affects creativity and critical thinking among youth?

 @9HXZVY2 from California  answered…1yr1Y

In regards to uniform education, I really don’t believe it has an affect on creativity and critical thinking.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you think it is fair for certain historical narratives to be given more attention than others in shaping a national identity?

 @9HPMDHYLibertarian from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

I think some historical events are glossed over, such as the Japanese in WWII committing horrific crimes like in Unit 731 and that the nukes were justified given more evidence coming out like the US air force weeks prior dropping thousands of leaflet warnings in Japanese to the civilians to evacuate.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What are the potential benefits or risks you see in having a unified set of beliefs within a society?

 @9L37JC3Socialist from Illinois  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How much does the desire for a stable society influence the choices you make?

 @9KLTTGR from North Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

I think my choices are impacted by a desire for a society that is Sensible, Peaceful, and Christian.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What lessons have you learned from the balance between social order and personal autonomy?

 @9L88WQRCommunistfrom Maine  answered…1yr1Y

Liberalism, Libertarianism, Conseravatism and whatever else can go suck my ****

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If you could enhance one aspect of your cultural identity, what would it be and why?

 @9L2PT23 from South Dakota  answered…1yr1Y

I would want to learn more about where I come from so that I can properly understand my heritage

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

In what instances have you chosen the greater good over your personal beliefs?

 @9LDQ4DF from Florida  answered…1yr1Y

When I do something good for the store I work at that negatively affects me.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What aspects of your culture do you feel are important to uphold, and which are you comfortable seeing change?

 @9JDTBLV from Utah  answered…1yr1Y

Build our economy up, create more safety, give everyone equal opportunity not based on status or money.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When has your personal culture or beliefs come into conflict with mainstream societal norms, and how did you navigate that?

 @9L68JX3answered…1yr1Y

I'm a member of the car community and it happens every time the EPA does anything so I just do everything I can to make sure they lose every battle until we win the war.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When has your personal growth been influenced by either conforming to or challenging societal norms?

 @9KHFN7L from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What social or cultural sacrifices would you accept for the sake of national security?

 @9JDBZ39 from Louisiana  answered…1yr1Y

Francoism in Spanish politics caused a lot of hurt for Spanish citizens, and a good country is founded on balance. Sacrificing some personal freedom for the safety of the country is okay, but all personal freedom is not.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Have you ever found comfort in adhering to a tradition—why or why not?

 @9JG3LM9 from Idaho  answered…1yr1Y

despite being otherwise uncommon phrases in modern English. We can look to the Founder's choice of definitions for treason for a little guidance, but ultimately the definition is going to come down to legal interpretation in any given case.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How does the concept of 'unity over diversity' resonate with you in today's globalized world?

 @9K9RVR9 from Tennessee  answered…1yr1Y

It is important for us as a human race entirely to come together to tackle global and environmental issues

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Have you ever noticed a fear of change in your community and how do you think that impacts progress?

 @9J72RXQIndependent from California  answered…1yr1Y

I feel that most people always fear change because it is unknown. For example, when COVID-19 hit, many people in my town, and everywhere else in the world, grew worried and panicked. Many rushed to buy goods in the fear that there would be a shortage and many worried for loved ones and tried to get everybody vaccinated.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Have you ever felt pressured to conform to social norms that didn't fit your personal beliefs, and how did you handle it?

 @9DRF7VWDemocrat answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but I stayed firm with my beliefs because everyone's own honest opinions are very important.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

To what extent is it acceptable for a government to control economic and social systems to prevent chaos and disorder?

 @9H7BQTJ from Michigan  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

In what ways do you think upholding conservative social values benefits or harms a society?

 @9H64L3D from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

1 believe that it would greatly change society if conservation social values were upholder

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Is it more important for a society to maintain its historical customs, or to embrace change and modernity?

 @9H5SS9HIndependent from Washington  answered…1yr1Y

definitely embrace change and modernity . the work is constantly changing by each generation that comes through reinstating different values and beliefs and ideas .

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you perceive the role of cultural norms in shaping individual behavior and freedom of choice?

 @9L6MT8GRepublican from Washington  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you perceive the role of a centralized authority in guiding societal values and ethics?

 @9L37L6K from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

No singular person should lead societal values and ethics, and while each ideology can have something to take away from it, a centralized authority could be incredibly harmful

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

Reflecting on your own life, how do you think a focus on national tradition and history affects your sense of identity and community?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you believe authoritative decision-making can sometimes benefit the public good more than democratic debate?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If you had to choose, would you prefer stability in society or the freedom to challenge and change existing norms?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What personal experiences have shown you the benefits or drawbacks of living in a society heavily focused on tradition?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you think people should react when their cultural practices are labeled as 'backwards' by others?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Imagine being judged for challenging a tradition; how would you advocate for your viewpoint?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Does the idea of a single strong leader appeal to you or concern you, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you feel about a government that can swiftly make decisions without public debate, if it means stronger national unity?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you believe a country needs strong leadership that prioritizes tradition, even if it limits diverse cultural expressions?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How important is it for you to follow traditions, and what would make you challenge them?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

To what extent should unity be valued over diversity in today's interconnected world?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

In your life, how do you balance respect for authority with the need to question and improve existing systems?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you think your life would change if your cultural or leisure activities were chosen for you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you articulate your personal freedoms if they were at odds with government policies?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Have you ever felt a sense of loss or disconnect when a cultural tradition was altered or abandoned?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you think an emphasis on traditional roles can influence gender expectations and career paths?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can you share an experience where embracing a change in tradition positively impacted you or your community?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

How would you feel about a future where your social and cultural life is deeply influenced by strong central leadership and traditional norms?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

Does the idea of sacrificing some personal freedoms for the sake of national unity and stability appeal to you, and why?

Democracy and Creationism

The conversation revolves around the nature of democracy, the role of government, and the teaching of creationism in schools.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Socialism. Socialism is a political ideology that advocates for the collective or governmental ownership and administration of the means of production and distr…

 @9CJ6CB61Y

Dear lord you act surprised when being called a bigot and then spout this utter bull. Let’s start from the beginning, you assume the intent of gay people as if you understand them in the slightest, but in this conversation alone, you have called them delusional, “cultists”, “abominable” (their “practices” at the very least), and as far as calling their legalization propaganda. I am LGBTQ myself, I have talked to THOUSANDS of that population, and they’re just want to live happily, that’s all they really want. The reason pride parades happen…  Read more

 @Patriot-#17761Y

That's a mouthful of fallacies. Let's examine them. "spout this utter bull." That's begging the question because the notion that it is utter bull has not yet been logically established, indeed that's the very point in question. "You assume the intention gay people as if you understand them in the slightest." Well, you're also kind of assuming the intention of conservatives by smearing them as bigots motivated by prejudice, when, in fact, they are realists motivated by a desire for the truth to be known and virtue to be encouraged. So appealing to…  Read more

 
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Socialism vs. Libertarianism

The conversation involves a heated debate between two users on the compatibility of socialism and libertarianism, touching on Marxist theory, the nature of communism, and the historical consequences of both socialist and capitalist ideologies.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Libertarian Socialism. Libertarian Socialism is a political philosophy that advocates for the abolition of both the state and capitalism, favoring a society bas…

 @9CJ6CB61Y

Ohoh this is MY territory. Socialism itself runs off of communal, public, or social ownership of the means of production, and Marxist theory itself merely sees government as a tool to make it work overtime, gradually shrinking as the economy changes. Marx himself WAS a libertarian socialist, an extremely libertarian one at that, and a lot of his models and theories were the building blocks for working nations. The constant misinformed narrative of socialism as authoritarian comes from those nations centralizing and imbuing power into the government to handle the economic issues that OTHER nat…  Read more

 @Patriot-#17761Y

YOUR ideology killed one hundred million people in the sense that the SOCIALIST USSR under Lenin & Stalin had one hundred million people worked to death or executed. Preventable starvation is the fault of decolonisation in Africa, not to mention socialist policies, police killings that are unjustified amount to just a couple per year (hardly twenty million, and Alcatraz and Guantanamo are state-funded and unconstitutional, making them anti-free-market. I in fact opposed the Bush Administration's Iraq policies of war, and imprisonment.

 @9CJ6CB61Y

That doesn’t change what happened in the name of your economic and political system, the same way as it doesn’t for socialism, the deaths overall tallied do lean STRONGLY towards capitalism being the greater killer, from the Indian genocides, to the colonization and forced warfare of the entire planet, the brutal attacks against other capitalist countries, the numbers stack dramatically overtime, if the government actions in capitalism don’t apply to the statistics in my argument, then what happens outside of government interference doesn’t pertain to it either. Since,…  Read more

 
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Socialism, History and United Kingdom

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Socialism. Socialism is a political ideology that advocates for the collective or governmental ownership and administration of the means of production and distr…

 @Patriot-#17761Y

Winston Churchill was one of the greatest men who ever lived! He saved not only his nation and Empire but also the Christian Civilisation! I have read Andrew Robert's 1100-page biography of him and clearly this man was not the deranged racist you leftists love to paint him as. He had indomitable courage, unshakable conviction, and dogged tenacity. His magnetic leadership skills, inspiration of his people, and oratorical brilliant have scare been paralleled in human history! He led Britain through the horrors of the Blitz, stood equally firm against the two evil socialist dictators of Hit…  Read more

 @9CJ6CB61Y

I was also referring to Churchill as a person, not in the war effort.

 @Patriot-#17761Y

And I was referring to Churchill as a person too, he was a wonderful, hilarious, delightfully sarcastic man, an electrifying orator, a courageous fighter for freedom, a brilliant thinker, and in general one of the most interesting men in history. This is coming from 50+ hours of studying him, btw

 
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Anarchism, Constitution and Decentralization

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Anarchism. Anarchism is a political ideology that fundamentally opposes the idea of a centralized state or government, advocating instead for a society based on…

@P0llingPlaceMussel8MO

Anarchism is about eliminating centralized authority.

Communities should rely on decentralized, voluntary associations to resolve conflicts and protect rights. Without centralized power, individuals and groups would be incentivized to cooperate and create mutual aid networks, fostering a culture of respect and collective responsibility.

For example, during the Spanish Revolution of 1936, many communities in Catalonia and Aragon successfully implemented systems of direct democracy and collective ownership. These communities managed to function without a central government, relying instead on…  Read more

@CommonMan8MO

So what I mean is, what if there is a deep conflict between the majority and the minority in that direct democratic ‘voluntary association’? In modern democracy, the majority can prevent excessive oppression of the minority by guaranteeing minimum human rights through law. However, since there is no such law in anarchism, wouldn't the majority be able to oppress the minority if they wish?

@P0llingPlaceMussel8MO

The idea is to prevent any one group from accumulating too much power. In theory, this structure would stop the majority from having the power or ability to oppress the minority.

An example is the Zapatista communities in Chiapas, Mexico. They’ve created a system of autonomous governance where decisions are made collectively through consensus, ensuring that minority voices are heard and respected. This decentralized approach spreads power across various local councils, reducing the risk of any single group dominating.

Key here is the culture of mutual respect and solidarity fostered withi…  Read more

 
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Cultural Morality

The conversation involves a debate on the morality of different cultures, comparing Western Christian cultures with American Indian and African Zulu cultures, and discussing historical atrocities.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

National Conservatism. National Conservatism is a political ideology that emphasizes the preservation and promotion of national interests and cultural identity …

 @Patriot-#17768MO

Some cultures are objectively worse than others, such as the cultures of the American Indians and the African Zulus. The American Indians, for example, hacked women and children to death in front of their husbands and fathers, drank their blood, and proudly displayed their scalps, which they viciously cut off with their tomahawks. The African Zulus were always at war with each other and slaughtered entire villages, burning their victims alive and then eating them. Those cultures were objectively savage and barbaric cultures. Western Christian cultures were objectively far, far better and more civilised.

@PragmaticGecko8MO

I just gave examples that prove they were just as barbaric. Now, I don’t even have to prove that Christians cultures have killed more than Native American and African Zulu cultures because it’s such an obvious objective historical fact. You are being intellectually dishonest if you can’t admit that.

 @Patriot-#17768MO

But why did they war with the Indians and Zulus? Because they did this hellish demonic barbaric things to women and children – because they burnt, they raped, the privileged, they mutilated, they cannibalised, they drank blood. Resorting to name-calling doesn't change any of that. Just because someone points out facts inconvenient to the narrative you've received all your life and embarrassing to your positions does not make him "intellectually dishonest." I made points, you made points, this is how debates work. So let's drop the fallacies, drop the name-calling, and resolve this issue in a civilised manner. I would love it if you actually addressed what I had to say, but I'm pretty sure you're an AI bot (no offence if you aren't) so I guess it's not that important...

 
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LGBTQ+ Representation

The conversation revolves around a debate on LGBTQ+ representation, with discussions on pride flags, gay parades, and the impact of LGBTQ+ visibility on society.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Socialism. Socialism is a political ideology that advocates for the collective or governmental ownership and administration of the means of production and distr…

 @Renaldo-Moon7MO

You claim this website is not for emotional ranting yet any argument you've ever participated in is you having a bigotry tantrum.

 @solo-von-kickpaw5MO

so i could put private part paintings because " a lot of children don't even know what it means"

 @Renaldo-Moon5MO

There's a clear and obvious difference here.

Acknowledging the existence of LGBTQ+ people is not harmful and will not turn kids gay.

However porn is harmful and will contribute to an already out of control problem.

 
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Debating Darwinism and Religion

The conversation involves a debate on whether Darwinism can be considered a religion, with discussions on the nature of scientific proof, particularly regarding the Big Bang and evolution.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Evangelicalism. Evangelicalism is a global, trans-denominational movement within Protestant Christianity that maintains the belief that the essence of the Gospe…

 @Patriot-#17761Y

Then we need to remove the religion of Darwinianism from school as well

 @9CJ6CB61Y

For the Big Bang, there’s the observable fact that the universe itself is expanding, as differences between galaxies and other galaxies has been increasing via some unknown force, often considered to be the expansion of the universe aided by dark energy pushing things apart. There’s also the stretching of light between different galaxies when it reaches us. The light, though it’s from different times, doesn’t match to it’s original distance, and stretches in weird ways to sort of give us glimpses of different times in space at the same time, showing that these…  Read more

 @Patriot-#17761Y

For the Big Bang, there’s the observable fact that the universe itself is expanding, as differences between galaxies and other galaxies has been increasing via some unknown force, often considered to be the expansion of the universe aided by dark energy pushing things apart.

Which, in and of itself, proves absolutely nothing. The fact that the universe is expanding which creationist welcome and accept, is not proof that with zero fuel, oxygen, heat, and even space in which to exist, an explosion of absolutely nothing created all the matter in the universe, a hypothetical event that would…  Read more

 
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Regulation, Business, and Power

The conversation debates the role of government in regulating businesses, contrasting libertarian views with concerns about unchecked corporate power and its impact on democracy and consumer choice.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Libertarianism. Libertarianism is a political philosophy that upholds liberty as a core principle. Libertarians seek to maximize political freedom and autonomy,…

 @Patriot-#17761Y

The Federal Government Shouldn't Ever Regulate Any Private Business or Organisation for Any Reason

Period.

 @9CJ6CB61Y

That’s where the two are different, in an individual level, they seem fine, but what the businesses do to get money is where the problems start. Businesses buy up other businesses, slowing competition, then increase prices and eventually leave you with nowhere else to go. That’s the end result of the profit motive of businesses left unregulated. Businesses don’t have to force you, they just have to limit your options and raise the price bar while lobbying government to make their profiteering easier. The citizens themselves might not suffer from the chains of oppression, but…  Read more

 @Patriot-#17761Y

If businesses buying up other businesses increased prices, why does history tell such a different story? Why did John David Rockefeller's Standard Oil Trust shrink prices in the oil industry down from 58 cents a gallon before they achieved their monopoly, to 8 cents a gallon afterword, without any government incentives or price-fixing? Why did he steadfastly feel convicted that "the common man must have oil, and he must have it CHEAP"? And why did prices skyrocket when the company was broken up by the federal government?

Why did prices consistently fall, in spite of inflation,…  Read more

 
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Defining Economic Liberty

The following is a conversation between 2 users about differing interpretations of 'economic liberty' and its association with left vs right ideologies, highlighting the complexity of political labels.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Secularism. Secularism is a political ideology that advocates for the separation of religious institutions from the state. This ideology emphasizes the need for…

 @VulcanMan61Y

How are you defining "left" vs "right"..? And is your argument solely using an economic scale? If someone was an economic centrist, but was socially and politically far-right, would you still consider them "moderate but not right-wing"? What exactly are you basing your "right-wing" vs "left-wing" positioning on?

Additionally, what do you consider "economic liberty"? Because I would argue that right-wing economics are NOT in favor of economic liberty, since capitalism (a fundamentally right-wing economic system) has an inherent and…  Read more

 @Patriot-#17761Y

but you did say: "Right-wing people support economic liberty but are in general more willing to see the government spy on its civilians via unconstitutional surveillance, and some rightists subscribe to an interventionist foreign police. Left-wing people support economic tyranny with a massive regulatory bureaucracy but are in general less willing to see the government spy on its civilians, and originally many supported a policy of peace and non-intervention, though sadly this has wavered away in recent years, especially under the current warmongering occupant of the White House..."…  Read more

 @VulcanMan61Y

I have explained to you what I meant by "economic liberty" so there's no fallacy there, as I have defined my terms and you have defined yours. The true debate should be over why we believe economic liberty is what it is.

Yes that is quite literally the entire point I have been trying to make: our own interpretations of "economic liberty" are entirely subjective, and even largely antithetical to each other's, hence why it is not a useful term to claim categorizes left and right-wing ideological thought. We could both have logically sound reasons as to why we believ…  Read more

 
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Socialism vs. Communism

The conversation revolves around the distinctions between socialism and communism, with a focus on the historical implementations and theoretical differences of each ideology.

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Scientific Socialism. Scientific Socialism is a term coined by Friedrich Engels, a German philosopher, social scientist, and journalist, to distinguish his and …

@CommonMan8MO

Most socialist countries established so far were communist countries. However, socialism is not limited to communism. Therefore, non-communist socialism has actually not even been tested yet.

 @Patriot-#17768MO

"Communism" and "Marxism" are the same thing. Marx is responsible for Communism.

@CommonMan8MO

So, what I mean is communism is same to Marxism, but socialism is not. In here, the socialism doesn't mean previous step of communism as Marx said. It just means all ideology that agree with socialization of capital

 
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Queens, Queen and Drag

Which political ideology do you most identify with?

Socialism. Socialism is a political ideology that advocates for the collective or governmental ownership and administration of the means of production and distr…

 @Renaldo-Moon7MO

Do you have any proof at all that drag queens are pedophiles? Some statistics perhaps? A study?

No?

Oh, well. Then maybe you should shut up and stop being a bigot.

 @solo-von-kickpaw5MO

and if you dont mind I'm going to ask a question what's up with your username do you like Ranaldo and Moons I'm kinda confused 😂

 @Renaldo-Moon5MO

Renaldo Moon is a character from a movie I like. I like the character a lot, so I decided to use it.

 
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