It fascinates me how my countrymen automatically make the assumption that America is a purely capitalistic enterprise. Many programs (some better than others) are quite socialistic and add to the quality of life. (1) Student Loan programs - consolidation of $ to spread out to those who apply. . .that's as socialistic as it gets. Not to mention SS, Medicare, et. al. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy the benefits of a capitalistic society, but we're a little more socialist than we know or admit.
