Again, there is no motive (why am I repeating myself?). I asked downbeatplumb what he meant by "vital services". I await his answer. I will then discern whether I agree with his "ideal society" or not.
Of course I understand what broadcasting is, but I do not see it as a "vital" service that needs to be run by the state. In fact, I would reject any attempt made by the state in taking over broadcasting. Historically speaking, when that happens, it leads to state propaganda. I don't want the state controlling the information I have access to; I want that information out in the free market. Maybe you like the state controlling what current affairs or news you know about, but that kind of system only gives me the shivers.
Of course I understand what broadcasting is, but I do not see it as a "vital" service that needs to be run by the state. In fact, I would reject any attempt made by the state in taking over broadcasting. Historically speaking, when that happens, it leads to state propaganda. I don't want the state controlling the information I have access to; I want that information out in the free market. Maybe you like the state controlling what current affairs or news you know about, but that kind of system only gives me the shivers.
