Quiet success

[ddstory]

Hardheaded Socialism Makes Canada Richer Than U.S.
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-07-15/hardheaded-socialism-makes-canada-richer-than-u-s-.html

"On July 1, Canada Day, Canadians awoke to a startling, if pleasant, piece of news: For the first time in recent history, the average Canadian is richer than the average American.
According to data from

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[oportet]

Socialism/Socialist programs aren't absolutely good or absolutely bad, it all depends on

2) The presence of smart politicians making well-thought decisions, due to the simple fact that they're having the public's real interest as their top priority

which is easier said than done. If Canada has that, good for them. We don't. I want all sick people to have access to medical care, I just don't trust the government to provide that service efficiently.

[ddstory]

Indeed, that's why social programs do not feature in my 2-point list of crucial factors for a successful society. What you cited in italics, does.

Who do you trust? Bankers and businessmen?

Well, here are your honest bankers. And here's your honest job-creator who cares so much for Americans. I'm sure he'll make a very great and smart politician - exactly the one you need right now.

[luzribeiro]

The invisible hand of Freedom will bring liberty and peace to this heaven on Earth.

[oportet]

I never said we needed him. Never typed it. Never thought it.

[ddstory]

Did I say that you did?

[oportet]

It was implied.

[ddstory]

Oh, I see. I should be wary of thought-readers in the future!

[oportet]

Judging by those thoughts I'm reading now - yes you should.

[ddstory]

Believe me, you wouldn't like to know what passes through the mind of a Kinky Nerd(tm).