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In reply to the discussion: The Oligarchy [View all]lovemydog
(11,833 posts)There are oligarchic elements throughout this country's history. And through every country's history. I wish we could break those oligarchic elements up and have better opportunities for all in our country.
There have been some democrats and some socialists who have given far more than me toward that end. It's a struggle that was mentioned in many songs like 'Which Side Are You On?' way back when.
I think Jimmy Carter is one of those people who has given most of his life toward fighting against the oligarchy. I think he's qualified to discuss it, far more qualified than me.
I'm not saying there aren't elements of democracy here in this country too. The struggle to make things more democratic, in my opinion, includes properly identifying and fighting against the oligarchic elements, where we see them, in our own ways.
Sorry, I'm preaching to the choir in responding to you. I just wanted to acknowledge your post and thank you for it. I didn't feel like responding to the post above, because I think you responded better than I could.