Certainly, the prominence and success of capitalist societies is indisputable, and no society has presented a viable alternative for progress and improved quality of life. And, of course, we are always talking about mixed-market capitalism in which the free exchange of goods and ideas is regulated by democratic governments to ensure the safety of all and the continued trust in and prosperity of the system.
I think the issue comes down to a simple concept, effectively characterized by William Golding in his classic novel Lord of the Flies. Golding's conclusion - and in many ways his theme - was that the success of any society depends more on the ethical nature of the individual than on any political or economic system, no matter how logical or rational.
It's who we are - individually and collectively - that will determine the quality of living in our society and communities.
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Scary
You and I have used the same book to make the same point recently. I'm beginning to question my grip on reality.
The universe works in mysterious ways. Perhaps I'm not as crazy as you once thought. :-)
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