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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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[–] theparadox@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

Im being an ass on purpose, because these are real world arguments you need to convince real people of why capitalism is actually bad, because many people are not convinced it is.

I'm not sure which sentences are you trying to be an ass and which are legitimate ignorance. You literally said you don't disagree? I'm happy to try to counter ignorance, even feigned ignorance, but it is a waste of time if you trying to be an ass or are just going to reply "Well I know that but..."