What Is Capitalism?

[Carthage]

I disagree with the minarchical overtones of your post, since it predicates upon imaginary collective 'we'. But I agree generally with your view of capitalism. On the other hand, socialism is NOT 'forced altruism'. That is a common justification of socialism (and there are others). In reality, it's a way for the government mafia to make it easier to get the sheep's wool and, to mix metaphors, lead the lambs to the slaughter.
Never make the mistake of thinking that politicians and bureacrats are misled or ignorant. They're the most vile human beings of the planet. Give me Charles Manson any day to these scum.

:clap

I might have some slight disagreements with you, but I definitely appreciate your directness.