But I think, too, that they do know they are the product of "European systems." I've just read so many quick to point out what happened to their ancestors when they arrived here. I think we all know exactly what system we're talking about but I applaud Orwell for identifying the source.
I just don't think the -isms mean a thing when the solution is that living standards must be "forced up to the same level as our own." As we know better, improved living standards does not save us from the cop who feels a little hankering for intimidation and/or blood.
"But as this might mean temporarily lowering our own standards the subject is systematically avoided by Left and Right alike." Hmm...lowering our own standards, says to me that in order to achieve economic justice, we must lower standards of living. He goes right back to the system in trying to be helpful but at the same time equates equality with lowering of standards.
His argument starts with the evils of the European system then is pretty scary for people when they think their lives will be worse off if we got rid of the system, even temporarily 
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