03-31-2019, 12:53 PM
I'm not interested in posting a lesson here Pappy. You can find a myriad of definitions with a simple Google search.
I care more about the policies and how they affect all American citizens and the health of the country.
For me................policies like a public universal health care option, social security, supplemental welfare assistance, and the like are not contradictory to a capitalistic economic system, unless that capitalism gets to a point where money rules all and social inequities grow from generation to generation (which I consider capitalism without conscience).
Such social policies/priorities are however necessary for a democratic political model to endure and thrive. There should be a significant government focus on the quality of life for all citizens, in my opinion.
That's my long-held opinion and I liked Buttigieg's response to the question.
I care more about the policies and how they affect all American citizens and the health of the country.
For me................policies like a public universal health care option, social security, supplemental welfare assistance, and the like are not contradictory to a capitalistic economic system, unless that capitalism gets to a point where money rules all and social inequities grow from generation to generation (which I consider capitalism without conscience).
Such social policies/priorities are however necessary for a democratic political model to endure and thrive. There should be a significant government focus on the quality of life for all citizens, in my opinion.
That's my long-held opinion and I liked Buttigieg's response to the question.