Mr. Sanders self-describes as a democratic socialist. Before my USian friends on the right go into full-blown panic mode, here's democratic socialism in a nutshell.
Sometimes (I'm tempted to say 'frequently'), it is more efficient and cost effective for a country to pool resources and use them for the common good. Some common examples of this include police and fire protection, education, public sanitation (i.e., picking up your garbage), pubic libraries and road maintenance. This is not some nefarious commie plot to control your life, confiscate your property, or redistribute wealth. It is simply the most cost effective way for you to get value for your tax monies. And some nations have discovered that it is also a better way to make sure citizens get access to healthcare.
So, take a deep breath. If Mr. Sanders gets elected (and it's a longish shot), your country isn't going to crumble into dust. You'll be fine.
Boru
Sometimes (I'm tempted to say 'frequently'), it is more efficient and cost effective for a country to pool resources and use them for the common good. Some common examples of this include police and fire protection, education, public sanitation (i.e., picking up your garbage), pubic libraries and road maintenance. This is not some nefarious commie plot to control your life, confiscate your property, or redistribute wealth. It is simply the most cost effective way for you to get value for your tax monies. And some nations have discovered that it is also a better way to make sure citizens get access to healthcare.
So, take a deep breath. If Mr. Sanders gets elected (and it's a longish shot), your country isn't going to crumble into dust. You'll be fine.
Boru
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