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Originally Posted by Alex
I think one the the reasons we don't have overly vigorous democratic expression here and in Canada (and most other 'first world' nations) is because we are comfortable with our economic systems and enjoy very little government corruption compared to places like Bolivia and Venezuela. It seems that the more corrupt the government is, the more aggressive the populace when given a voice in an election. Personally, I see any defeat of Chavez as a victory for mankind.
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Nobody i ever talk to here is ever comfortable with the economic system we have in place. And corruption is absolutely rampant in both our political systems. That is bluntly obvious.
We are consumers, not citizens. That is the problem.
Andrew