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ELI5 What is the hate against socialism? I mean doesn't it mean a system where the people take care of themselves and neighbors? (lemmy.world)
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[โ€“] Triasha@lemmy.world 26 points 2 days ago (1 children)

"we need socialism like Nordic countries!"

"Nordic countries are Capitalist they just have robust social welfare programs!"

" Then let's implement those programs!"

"No! That's socialism!"

[โ€“] Maeve@kbin.earth 6 points 2 days ago

That would be capitalism's arguments, yes.