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Capitalism as an economic system breeds greed. Individually, most people reject greed but as capitalism is a system that values individualism and "getting ahead" and as it is a system that must grow at whatever cost, it engenders greed.

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Do you agree with Friedman that societies are structured on greed and that capitalism can reduce the harm caused by greed?

Milton Friedman argued that while greed is a fundamental aspect of human nature, capitalism can channel this trait towards productive ends, fostering innovation and economic growth. I agree that capitalism, through competition and market mechanisms, can mitigate the negative effects of greed by promoting efficiency and incentivizing ethical behavior. However, it is essential to recognize that unchecked greed can still lead to significant societal harm, suggesting that a balance of regulation and ethical standards is necessary to ensure that capitalism serves the broader good.


Since bankers financiers and everything associated with capitalism is now exposed as fraud greed and even more greed should we be rid of these leeches and consider global nationalisation?

No.


What is an example of a metaphor for greed?

There are many different metaphors that can be used for greed. You can say that "I am greed" for example or you can say that "her love was like greed."


How is capitalism different from mercantilism?

Capitalism is an economic system. Mercantilism is trading.


What does the quote from the first day to this sheer greed was the driving spirit of capitalism mean?

The quote suggests that the essence of capitalism is rooted in an insatiable desire for profit and accumulation of wealth. It implies that this greed motivates individuals and businesses to pursue economic success, often prioritizing financial gain over ethical considerations or social responsibility. Thus, the driving spirit of capitalism can be seen as a relentless quest for personal and corporate advancement, sometimes at the expense of broader societal values.

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What in your view are the most blatant forms of corruption in a society?

Greed. Personal greed. The dark face of capitalism.


Do you agree with Friedman that societies are structured on greed and that capitalism can reduce the harm caused by greed?

Milton Friedman argued that while greed is a fundamental aspect of human nature, capitalism can channel this trait towards productive ends, fostering innovation and economic growth. I agree that capitalism, through competition and market mechanisms, can mitigate the negative effects of greed by promoting efficiency and incentivizing ethical behavior. However, it is essential to recognize that unchecked greed can still lead to significant societal harm, suggesting that a balance of regulation and ethical standards is necessary to ensure that capitalism serves the broader good.


The time that Mary Shelley lived in was a increase in production how does this relate to frankenstein?

Frankenstein is thought to be a criticism of capitalism by Mary Shelley. The "monster" is capitalism and greed.


Since bankers financiers and everything associated with capitalism is now exposed as fraud greed and even more greed should we be rid of these leeches and consider global nationalisation?

No.


What were the causes of the American genocide?

Capitalism; outright greed, a violation of the very tenets of religion and politics by Americans.


What did the once-ler represent?

The onceler represents greed and society growing way too fast.


What is an example of a metaphor for greed?

There are many different metaphors that can be used for greed. You can say that "I am greed" for example or you can say that "her love was like greed."


How is capitalism different from mercantilism?

Capitalism is an economic system. Mercantilism is trading.


What does the quote from the first day to this sheer greed was the driving spirit of capitalism mean?

The quote suggests that the essence of capitalism is rooted in an insatiable desire for profit and accumulation of wealth. It implies that this greed motivates individuals and businesses to pursue economic success, often prioritizing financial gain over ethical considerations or social responsibility. Thus, the driving spirit of capitalism can be seen as a relentless quest for personal and corporate advancement, sometimes at the expense of broader societal values.


Why do many Americans eat more protein than their bodies need?

Greed, habit and addiction, advertising, stupidity and ignorance, parental or peer pressure, capitalism.


What was the reason communism failed against capitalism?

It failed because communism gives up individual human rights for community or collective rights. Since any community or collective is made up only of so many individual human beings it was self-defeating. Capitalism had nothing to do with it other than to show a better way to live. Capitalism is for the greed of man


After Mao's death what happened?

Western Capitalism took hold and flourished. Corporations saw an untapped wealth of 2 billions souls, then wheeled and dealed with the greed of Chinese officials.