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[–] DarkCloud@lemmy.world 87 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (1 children)

Between taxing the wealthy, nationalisation of key companies and assets, and this, seems like they had some really good policies back then.

[–] UnderpantsWeevil@lemmy.world 81 points 10 months ago

Okay, but what about their freedom?

If you don't have the right to price gouge, how long until the government steals all your other liberties?

Sure, you'll enjoy a higher quality of life. But is it really worth it, knowing that the mega-wealthy will suffer?