| >As far as definitions go, my definition of "socialism" is actual socialism, not social democracy. Again, most Americans will disagree with you. The definition of a word is whatever most people agree it is. >This quote is overused at this point, but Danish PM Rasmussen explicitly clarifies No one in Denmark has any authority to define a word in the English language as used by Americans. >Adding central planning to ameliorate some of the rough edges of market economies does not create a socialist state. According to Americans, it absolutely does. >So no, free market capitalism is not indistinguishable from crony capitalism. Again, according to many Americans it is. Here's a challenge for you: pick out 100 different rural counties across America. Go to each county, and take a poll, asking them, "Is Denmark a socialist country?" I guarantee you that a clear majority of those polled will answer "yes". |