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Every socialist system doesn't lead to despotism, especially as socialism and communism are far different though historically linked, personally, I am not against some kind of moderate socialism a bit like in Canada but I would never accept a communist or a hardcore socialist system neither. But you're right, we're good natured
Socialism seems to be such a dirty word in the US media, particularly in the more right wing outlets. I have no idea why really, as a socialist model is something that can be beneficial for any society.

There are too many -isms about. I can understand the dislike of communism, totalitarianism and fascism (which appears to be what America is becoming drawn to), but socialism, as I interpret it, is a relatively benign -ism which can actually be a cause for a lot of good.

yes but Miles you are stealing my money to give to welfare dodgers and the poor
There are bigger active thieves in society than the poor. It's too easy to blame those that can't find work, those that bankrupt the entire system deserve a little more of the blame.

It's beyond me how anybody could ever accuse Obama of being a socialist. How warped has the word become?