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http://philosophynow.org/issues/85/Letters
Letters (Issue 85)
Re: Letters (Issue 85)
Few things have produced more interesting or conundrums for me than capitalism. So it was with interest that I read the letters in issue 85 commenting on Frank Robinson's article "Capitalism & Human Values". What is clear is that there are those, like me, who admire capitalism and those who don't. And never the twain shall meet.
Just because I admire capitalism doesn't mean I am blind to its flaws. I consider myself having a rather balanced view towards capitalism, seeing both its pros and cons. I can't say that for those who are anti-capitalism. They are far more partisan in their view and tend only to be outraged and seeing red.
I know I have benefited from capitalism. Perhaps those who are anti-capitalism haven't realized this for themselves and think that they and the world could be better off under some imaginary, mythical economic system.
Just because I admire capitalism doesn't mean I am blind to its flaws. I consider myself having a rather balanced view towards capitalism, seeing both its pros and cons. I can't say that for those who are anti-capitalism. They are far more partisan in their view and tend only to be outraged and seeing red.
I know I have benefited from capitalism. Perhaps those who are anti-capitalism haven't realized this for themselves and think that they and the world could be better off under some imaginary, mythical economic system.