Posted by
voice_of_reason on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 8:36:54 PM
Does it boggle the mind to think that a self-proclaimed conservative (and a staunch supporter of Capitalism) would say that "Capitalism is a dirty word because of .. religion".
Before you click over to another channel in disgust, answer this question.
Q) What human attribute is most commonly associated with Capitalism?
Did your answer contain any of the following words or their synonyms?
* selfishness
* unsympathetic
* cold, lacking human warmth
* un-feeling
* not compassionate
Now, think about the fact that most religions have value systems that would consider the above words to be pejorative in nature.
And, since most people base their values on religious beliefs -- "Capitalism is a dirty word because of Religion".
Q.E.D.
Actually, the words that SHOULD'VE come to everyone's mind when considering the above question are "FAIR" or "MORAL". But those are not words that are usually associated with Capitalism!
Capitalism - which actually represents the ABSENCE of central control of an economy, provides the most FAIR playing field for individuals and businesses. It is MORAL, because it doesn't require the enslavement of anyone for the supposed benefit of others.
Click on the link to read "
Why some good, religious people are Liberals"