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What is the most logically empty argument that supports capitalism? (lemmygrad.ml)

submitted 1 year ago by LeninZedong@lemmygrad.ml to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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Specifically, what arguments fail (that support capitalism) due to faulty evidence, misunderstanding of capitalism, lack of knowledge regarding Marxism, etc.?

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[–] atlasraven31@lemm.ee 9 points 1 year ago

Capitalism favors the efficient use of resources and labor. Without capitalism, we would not have a smooth and efficient society with the comforts we enjoy!

(I feel icky writing this. Big cognitive dissonance here.)