[cgriswald]

> same mentally as guns i guess.

Is it really the same? I struggled over this a bit and I think I agree that the mentality is the same, but disagree on the nature of that mentality.

Moneyed interests want patents because it is easy for moneyed interests to acquire patents and more difficult for others. Such interests do not need to go to war. They only need speak softly and show their patents. Their hegemony is not threatened, even if they must fight amongst themselves.

Likewise, guns. Make it impossible for people to acquire guns and those with the guns remain in control. There is no need to go to war when those who would disagree with you are under your control because they cannot defend themselves.