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[–] DragonTypeWyvern@literature.cafe 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Stop using capitalism to mean liberalism

Just say liberalism

You're comparing a vague economic description to a whole ass ideology

[–] bastion@feddit.nl 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

I'm comparing capitalism to communism. If your issue is with that, I can't help you.

If your issue is with me using Christianity as an example of a system that is broken in a similar way to communism, perhaps I can elaborate if you're interested.

By 'capitalism,' though, I simply mean 'capitalism.' Sorry to disappoint you, bud, but the liberals aren't the problem.

Now, I don't have a fundamental problem with capitalism, it's just weak in that it trends towards inducing and rewarding short-term thought, but it fundamentally depends on long-term thought.

Like anything, it can be a useful tool, but it's definitely the principle of a "whole-ass ideology".

[–] DragonTypeWyvern@literature.cafe 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That's a lot of words for "I don't actually know what I'm talking about"

[–] bastion@feddit.nl 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Your judgment stings, really.

[–] DragonTypeWyvern@literature.cafe 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

The ignorant are often proud of their attitudes, yes.

[–] bastion@feddit.nl 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Are insults and derision seriously all you've got to offer?

[–] DragonTypeWyvern@literature.cafe 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

You could try asking questions instead of saying nonsense in the future, valuable contributer.

[–] bastion@feddit.nl 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Asking questions of you? No need.

[–] DragonTypeWyvern@literature.cafe 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Not of me, specifically, you great mind.

[–] bastion@feddit.nl 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Although I'm fine with witty banter, when I ask questions I look for people who can combine their genuity with intelligence.

So indeed. Not of you. And not of anyone you imagine I should.

Your dangling reply is most welcome, should you make one.

Oh god, you think you're intelligent. That's... Well, we've been over this, but I assume you've forgotten.