Comment on How does capitalism differ from crony capitalism?
eatCasserole@lemmy.world 2 days ago
“Crony capitalism” is a term invented by defenders of capitalism so that they can put all the bad parts of capitalism in a separate bucket and say “that’s not real capitalism.” It’s a “no true Scotsman” fallacy.
bridgeenjoyer@sh.itjust.works 1 day ago
Thats exactly what it sounds like.
For reference, one of my friends defends capitalism to the death (the best part, hes dirt poor) and always thinks hes right. I just wanted to make sure I wasn’t losing my mind…
eatCasserole@lemmy.world 1 day ago
Ah no, definitely not losing your mind! I wish you luck (and infinite patience) in talking some sense into your friend.
db2@lemmy.world 1 day ago
You need smarter friends.