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[–] Lucidlethargy@sh.itjust.works 13 points 1 year ago (39 children)

I got banned from one of the communities for simply saying I thought both socialism and capitalism won't work without more nuance and blending.

I always figured the snowflakes were really the far right... But no, it's both extremes, apparently.

[–] Sackbut@lemmy.ml 8 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Socialism is just democracy extended into the workplace. Saying pure socialism won't work is arguing against democracy.

[–] Lucidlethargy@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I will always argue against pure democracies. People are not invested enough to provide a coherent opinion on 100% of the solutions our societies require for survive and thrive.

A vote over the use of chemicals for water treatment could easily end in their permanent ban. Hell, with the right malicious intent, someone could easily get dihydrogen monoxide banned from crop fields.

A pure democracy is how Idiocracy becomes a reality. Now, a mix, such as a republic electing the careful use of democratic socialism... Sure!

[–] Sackbut@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

That isn't how it works. It's like if you're a part of a cooperatively run business, then you get equal say in workplace practices. There isn't a 'boss' dictating the rules to you.

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