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Originally posted by [AK]Choozoo
@ Hylander:
I understand the laissez-faire economic model.
I asked the question because I feel that the Corporations of America bear way to much influence on the political landscape. The government is for the people. If you want the government out of business affairs, I want business out of governmental ones. Do you agree or disagree?
I disagree to an extent because are corporations and small businesses alike not run by "the people"? Do they not have the right to 'influence' their representatives to represent them in Washington as well?
Now, do I think that campaign finance contributions are a disaster? ABSOLUTELY. The way money is funneled, etc is a complete farce.
I think that it is time to for Corporations to put Americans ahead in the priority list.
I disagree... that's "French". There is a reason this country is an economic powerhouse and kicks @ss in terms of productivity, efficiency, and profitability. It's because our business does not put socialistic policy befor eeconomic.
It's a symbiotic realtionship that is turning parasitic in favor of the corporation. I believe they have a responsibilty to try and help their countryman. I'm not saying to do so and go bankrupt or operate at a loss, but to think twice before closing the factory in some god forsaken town in Middle America.
Again, I totally disagree. Economics are and should be the primary motivation for business activity. I do believe there are ethics and morality issues of course. Such as following the laws on the environment, workers safety, accounting practices, etc. But I do not believe companies have a moral obligation to employ the greatest number of Americans as they can. That is not capitalism nor the free market.
I think you can call me Nationalistic. I put America first, I love her, and make her my first priority. I'm tired of being treated with out respect because I am an American. Our fellow Americans are all we have left. Keep it in the family. So when I see factory closures, overseas movement of jobs, I get angry.
I'm with you on the America part, but I'm extremely free global market and believe in the concept of comparative advantage. America no longer has a comparative advantage in manufacturing for example.
Do you understand? Am I the only one who feels this way? Or am I an extremeist in nationalistic policies?
I understand and don't think you are extremist. I just disagree on the basis of my economic beliefs. :)
Remember -- This is a fun, healthy debate.
Absolutely.