Do you support a Capitalist DIR?

[columbus]

An Economic subforum would be more appropriate place in which to discuss economics.

Oh come on Cynthia. What's another sub forum going to hurt?

The socialist one is pitiful, from the standpoint of posting. I expect the same here. But who knows? It might be very interesting and it doesn't cost anything really.

Just do it, demonstrate that your ideas can survive the marketplace of ideas.
Vote yes.

Tom

 

[Tarheeler]

Just like there is a DIR for Socialists, Liberals, heck even Feminists, a DIR for Capitalists makes sense. You hate Capitalism? Fine. No one's forcing you to check out the DIR. Will the creation of Capitalism DIR, cause you any harm?
Live and let live.

Guess, Anti Capitalists hate all opposition.

Maybe you could explain exactly what role you see a dedicated Capitalist DIR section playing? Is there a reason why capitalism can't be discussed in, say, the Conservative section or in the General Political area? What kinds of discussions do you see taking place that requires the protection of the DIR system?

And please don't say it's because it's "fair". There are many groups who don't get their own DIR's; it's about need, not fairness.

 

[Phil25]

Maybe you could explain exactly what role you see a dedicated Capitalist DIR section playing? Is there a reason why capitalism can't be discussed in, say, the Conservative section or in the General Political area? What kinds of discussions do you see taking place that requires the protection of the DIR system?

And please don't say it's because it's "fair". There are many groups who don't get their own DIR's; it's about need, not fairness.

It wouldnt work in Conservative, a person might be Anti Abortion but still be a Socialist. Isnt that guy Conservative but he is still opposed to Capitalism.
If everything could be discussed in a General area, then there is no reason for a DIR for any subject whether its, Islam, or Feminism.
Dont even talk about need. Even Amish have their own DIR. And we all know Amish are opposed to technology/computers/cellphones so by definition they cant even join RF.

 

[Revoltingest]

Maybe you could explain exactly what role you see a dedicated Capitalist DIR section playing? Is there a reason why capitalism can't be discussed in, say, the Conservative section or in the General Political area? What kinds of discussions do you see taking place that requires the protection of the DIR system?

When the more fervent socialists are around, it can be difficult to discuss:
- Balancing regulation with market freedom
- Resource allocation
- Competition, ie, winning & losing
- Anything without it becoming a bashfest about Republicans, conservatives or Libertarians (which are all different things)

Will it be well attended? I don't know.
But the voting is overwhelmingly in favor of the forum.

And please don't say it's because it's "fair". There are many groups who don't get their own DIR's; it's about need, not fairness.

How do you know there's no need...
...cuz some socialists have so decreed?

I know the last question is a little snarky, but I wanted the rhyme.

 

[oldbadger]

This poll is for the creatiom of Capitalist DIR.

I think that a Capitalist DIR would be as crazy as those that you mentioned. Your list should be disbanded, imo.

It's like lots of differing gangs in the playground.

Daft.... please don't be offended, you did ask.

 

[oldbadger]

When the more fervent socialists are around, it can be difficult to discuss:
- Balancing regulation with market freedom
- Resource allocation
- Competition, ie, winning & losing
- Anything without it becoming a bashfest about Republicans, conservatives or Libertarians (which are all different things)

Will it be well attended? I don't know.
But the voting is overwhelmingly in favor of the forum.

How do you know there's no need...
...cuz some socialists have so decreed?

I know the last question is a little snarky, but I wanted the rhyme.

Hi........
It's not as if you were holding a meeting in a hall, with packs of socialist supporters heckling and shouting. You can just ignore their heckly posts on RF.

But.... oh well.... if socialists are going to upset your day that much, then I suppose you would want the protection of a purple or DIR, but I thought that you are a tough guy... and could cope.

Anyways, I would like to pop into your 'What Shares?' thread and heckle a bit.. (EDIT: a lot!)

 

[CynthiaCypher]

Oh come on Cynthia. What's another sub forum going to hurt?

The socialist one is pitiful, from the standpoint of posting. I expect the same here. But who knows? It might be very interesting and it doesn't cost anything really.

Just do it, demonstrate that your ideas can survive the marketplace of ideas.
Vote yes.

Tom

What's to stop them from demanding a DIR or subforum for every absurd ideology or religion they can think of? Next thing you know someone will be demanding a Men's Rights subforum.

 

[oldbadger]

What's to stop them from demanding a DIR or subforum for every absurd ideology or religion they can think of? Next thing you know someone will be demanding a Men's Rights subforum.

Men's Rights heterosexual Argentinians only......

It's all crazy...... crazy!

 

[oldbadger]

I wonder what the site owners think?
Do lots of DIRs and purples help membership, or reduce it?
I believe that it will exasperate more folks than attract folks.

So.... from a Business point of view, it might be wise to review certain DIRs.

 

[CynthiaCypher]

Men's Rights heterosexual Argentinians only......

It's all crazy...... crazy!

Hey, how about we have an Antidisestablishmentarianism subforum while we are at it.

 

[Phil25]

What's to stop them from demanding a DIR or subforum for every absurd ideology or religion they can think of? Next thing you know someone will be demanding a Men's Rights subforum.

Capitalism is not an absurd ideology, mam. Its a major economic and political system in the world. Do you deny it?
Every country in the world except possibly North Korea, Laos, and Cuba follow at least some Capitalist principles. Do you deny it?

 

[oldbadger]

Hey, how about we have an Antidisestablishmentarianism subforum while we are at it.

Ok..... for Welsh-speaking members only.

 

[oldbadger]

Capitalism is not an absurd ideology, mam. Its a major economic and political system in the world. Do you deny it?
Every country in the world except possibly North Korea, Laos, and Cuba follow at least some Capitalist principles. Do you deny it?

What has the above to do with RF needing to build a purple or DIR for it?
Nobody should be disbarred from commenting on major economic and political discussions or debates.

 

[CynthiaCypher]

Capitalism is not an absurd ideology, mam. Its a major economic and political system in the world. Do you deny it?
Every country in the world except possibly North Korea, Laos, and Cuba follow at least some Capitalist principles. Do you deny it?

Depend on the form of capitalism, and the DIR has already been proven unnecessary.

 

[oldbadger]

Depend on the form of capitalism, and the DIR has already been proven unnecessary.

Excellent! Capitalism relies upon free exchanges......

 

[CynthiaCypher]

Excellent! Capitalism relies upon free exchanges......

...free exchanges of capital. And bartering is the exchange of goods and service without capital. Should we have a Barterers DIR too?

 

[columbus]

What's to stop them from demanding a DIR or subforum for every absurd ideology or religion they can think of? Next thing you know someone will be demanding a Men's Rights subforum.

I'm good at ignoring forums, when nobody posts in them.

But frankly I think there are some opportunities here. I would like to see if my opinions stand up to the modern reality. I think they will. If somebody wants a Toby Keith forum, let them have it.

Vote yes. Please?

Tom

 

[Phil25]

Depend on the form of capitalism, and the DIR has already been proven unnecessary.

Baseless "evidence" doesnt prove it unnecessary. Besides Rev and I have already proven why Capitalists dont fit into Conservative DIR or Libertarian DIR or General Political Area.

 

[CynthiaCypher]

I'm good at ignoring forums, when nobody posts in them.

But frankly I think there are some opportunities here. I would like to see if my opinions stand up to the modern reality. I think they will. If somebody wants a Toby Keith forum, let them have it.

Vote yes. Please?

Tom

That would be too chaotic. Like tarheeler said, it based on necessity not fairness.

 

[Phil25]

That would be too chaotic. Like tarheeler said, it based on necessity not fairness.

Capitalist need it. We dont want every Capitalist thread we start to be filled with posts, that says, that Capitalists are going to burn in hell, or Capitalists are evil, or why Socialism is better than Capitalism.
It completely derails the OP.