Thanks for your response on #capitalism .

You correctly note “capitalist(s) use the State and seek to buy politicians”.

I think this is a somewhat “chicken and the egg” situation, ie did business create the environment or #government - I suspect both. Regrettably, those with a capitalist mindset have chosen to adapt to the environment in which they operate in a similar way that a business looking for finance to expand may choose to chase a Venture Capital business if it offered maybe the path of least resistance.

The effect of going to Government is devastating as it cements and ultimately increases the power of Government and causes businesses to follow that path more earnestly.

Philosophically I look at the writings of Ayn Rand (fiction) and the characters running businesses which do not care for whatever the Government may offer or say. I am not sure if I could point to a modern day equivalent. Nor would I say do I agree absolutely with Ayn Rand.

Certainly thought provoking and I respect your views on the matter. Certainly by following you.