The document discusses different types of political and economic systems ranging from more state-controlled to more individual-focused. It presents a spectrum comparing systems like fascist, authoritarian, socialist, democratic, libertarian, and anarchism in terms of their emphasis on order, equality, and liberty. It also outlines key characteristics of these systems such as their approach to free speech, private property, and political elections.
The role of government in a market economyAlicia Ross
The document summarizes key characteristics of a market economy, including private property rights, free enterprise with low barriers to entry, self-interest as the main motivator, competition among buyers and sellers, and supply and demand determining prices. It also discusses the appropriate role of government in a market economy, such as providing legal protections, public goods, addressing market failures, maintaining competition, redistributing income, and stabilizing the economy.
The document provides an overview of different economic systems. It discusses traditional economies, which rely on long-standing customs. It also describes command economies, where a central authority makes decisions, and market economies, where supply and demand determine outcomes. Specifically, it outlines the pyramid structure of command economies, with a supreme planning agency directing specialized agencies and production units. It also discusses Adam Smith's concept of the invisible hand in market economies and how the pursuit of self-interest can benefit society. Finally, it summarizes mixed economies and the characteristics of capitalism, communism, and socialism.
The document argues that capitalism has historically made the United States a powerful nation by allowing freedom of choice in work and business opportunities. However, it claims that cronyism has corrupted capitalism, with billionaires gaining wealth through government contracts and bailouts rather than true risk-taking. It asserts that monopolies now control major industries and that the country is no longer truly capitalist unless action is taken to stop government overreach and corporate influence in politics.
This document outlines 6 key characteristics of capitalism:
1. Economic freedom of choice and enterprise. Individuals are free to make their own economic decisions in the market.
2. Private property rights. Goods, services, and means of production are privately owned.
3. Self-interest and incentives. Individuals pursue self-interest in response to economic incentives like profits and wages.
4. Competition. Competition controls excesses and benefits consumers through lower prices, variety, and quality.
5. Price system. Prices are determined by supply and demand and coordinate resources through an "invisible hand."
6. Limited government role. Government establishes rules and settles disputes, rather than making
The document discusses different economic systems and how they have evolved. It explains that most modern economies are mixed, combining elements of free markets and government intervention. Free market capitalism and central planning in communist systems represent the extremes, while most countries have mixed economies with some private enterprise and some public ownership or regulation. This hybrid approach aims to gain benefits from both free enterprise and government intervention to address social needs.
Capitalism is an economic system where wealth and means of production are privately owned rather than publicly or state-owned. It developed in 16th century Western Europe as feudalism broke down. Key aspects include private property, markets determining income distribution, and competition driving innovation. While it has led to significant economic growth, critics argue it can concentrate wealth and limit diversity. Most countries today have capitalist systems with some government regulations.
This document provides an overview of different economic systems, including traditional, market, socialist, mixed, and Islamic systems. It describes the key features of each system. A traditional system is based on bartering, while a market system uses money and is based on supply and demand. Socialist/command systems involve centralized government control and planning of the economy. Mixed systems combine elements of market and socialist systems. Finally, Islamic economic systems seek a middle ground between capitalism and socialism based on Islamic teachings.
The role of government in a market economyAlicia Ross
The document summarizes key characteristics of a market economy, including private property rights, free enterprise with low barriers to entry, self-interest as the main motivator, competition among buyers and sellers, and supply and demand determining prices. It also discusses the appropriate role of government in a market economy, such as providing legal protections, public goods, addressing market failures, maintaining competition, redistributing income, and stabilizing the economy.
The document provides an overview of different economic systems. It discusses traditional economies, which rely on long-standing customs. It also describes command economies, where a central authority makes decisions, and market economies, where supply and demand determine outcomes. Specifically, it outlines the pyramid structure of command economies, with a supreme planning agency directing specialized agencies and production units. It also discusses Adam Smith's concept of the invisible hand in market economies and how the pursuit of self-interest can benefit society. Finally, it summarizes mixed economies and the characteristics of capitalism, communism, and socialism.
The document argues that capitalism has historically made the United States a powerful nation by allowing freedom of choice in work and business opportunities. However, it claims that cronyism has corrupted capitalism, with billionaires gaining wealth through government contracts and bailouts rather than true risk-taking. It asserts that monopolies now control major industries and that the country is no longer truly capitalist unless action is taken to stop government overreach and corporate influence in politics.
This document outlines 6 key characteristics of capitalism:
1. Economic freedom of choice and enterprise. Individuals are free to make their own economic decisions in the market.
2. Private property rights. Goods, services, and means of production are privately owned.
3. Self-interest and incentives. Individuals pursue self-interest in response to economic incentives like profits and wages.
4. Competition. Competition controls excesses and benefits consumers through lower prices, variety, and quality.
5. Price system. Prices are determined by supply and demand and coordinate resources through an "invisible hand."
6. Limited government role. Government establishes rules and settles disputes, rather than making
The document discusses different economic systems and how they have evolved. It explains that most modern economies are mixed, combining elements of free markets and government intervention. Free market capitalism and central planning in communist systems represent the extremes, while most countries have mixed economies with some private enterprise and some public ownership or regulation. This hybrid approach aims to gain benefits from both free enterprise and government intervention to address social needs.
Capitalism is an economic system where wealth and means of production are privately owned rather than publicly or state-owned. It developed in 16th century Western Europe as feudalism broke down. Key aspects include private property, markets determining income distribution, and competition driving innovation. While it has led to significant economic growth, critics argue it can concentrate wealth and limit diversity. Most countries today have capitalist systems with some government regulations.
This document provides an overview of different economic systems, including traditional, market, socialist, mixed, and Islamic systems. It describes the key features of each system. A traditional system is based on bartering, while a market system uses money and is based on supply and demand. Socialist/command systems involve centralized government control and planning of the economy. Mixed systems combine elements of market and socialist systems. Finally, Islamic economic systems seek a middle ground between capitalism and socialism based on Islamic teachings.
When what one says is determined by what one sensually knows to be the case, then, the relationship existing between these two is said to be factual.
Such a factually based statement is said to truthfully represent that which it is referencing and that statement is called a truth.
Defines totalitarianism; highlights Mussolini, Stalin, and Hitler with clips of all three (don't have to use the entire length of clips). Also, there is a youtube clip from the movie V for Vendetta
This document provides an overview of communism and capitalism. It defines communism as an economic system where wealth is distributed evenly and the government controls everything, while defining capitalism as a free market system based on supply and demand where citizens have power. Some negatives of communism listed are it being undemocratic and centralized government control, while negatives of capitalism include it creating unequal social classes and a wealth gap between rich and poor.
The document discusses economic systems and defines them as organized ways that societies allocate resources and distribute goods and services. It provides examples of different types of economic systems including capitalist, socialist, mixed economies, and traditional economies. Key components of economic systems discussed include coordination mechanisms, property rights, and incentive systems. Examples are given of both market and planned economic systems.
This document summarizes the rise of totalitarianism in several 20th century countries. It describes how leaders like Stalin, Mussolini, Hitler, and Tojo seized power by capitalizing on economic and political instability. They established totalitarian regimes characterized by single-party rule, propaganda, censorship, secret police, and little tolerance of political opposition. Total control was exerted over all aspects of society to serve the aims of the state. Under these dictators, millions of citizens suffered from loss of civil liberties and human rights abuses like forced labor and mass killings.
The document provides an overview of communism and capitalism. It discusses the key aspects of each system, including their theoretical foundations and benefits and drawbacks. Communism is defined as a system with collective ownership and a planned economy, as outlined by Karl Marx, while capitalism is based on individual ownership and competition as described by Adam Smith. The document also outlines Marx's theory of historical stages that societies progress through, starting with primitive communism and ending with full communism.
Communism is a political ideology based on the ideas of Karl Marx and Frederick Engels. Marx and Engels observed that societies progressed through different economic stages - primitive communism, feudalism, capitalism, socialism, and finally communism. Under primitive communism, small tribes shared everything equally. Feudalism developed as powerful kings took control of land and resources. Capitalism emerged as business owners profited from workers' labor. Socialism involves workers taking political control to benefit all people. Communism is the final stage where sharing is universal and money, classes, and government are not needed.
The document outlines three main economic models - traditional, market, and command - and discusses their approaches to answering the three economic questions of what to produce, how to produce it, and for whom to produce it. It then examines the mixed economic systems of capitalism, democratic socialism, and authoritarian socialism in more depth, detailing their key characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages.
This document discusses the relationship between political and economic factors. It defines political economy as the grafting of politics and economics, and notes they are mutually dependent. It explores how governments can use political power to influence economic resources at domestic and international levels. It also outlines three major ideologies in political economy: liberalism, nationalism, and Marxism. The document examines different structures that comprise the global political economy, such as production, security, financial, and knowledge structures. It analyzes how political events like the OPEC oil crisis influenced economics. Multinational corporations and regional economic organizations are also discussed in relation to world political economy.
The document discusses capitalism from several perspectives. It begins with an introduction to capitalism and its key principles of private ownership, profit, and voluntary exchange. It then provides a historical overview of capitalism from its pre-history through modern eras like mercantilism, industrialization, and globalization. The document also examines different types of capitalism like free market capitalism and state capitalism. It outlines both advocacy for capitalism's ability to drive economic growth and self-organization, as well as criticisms around inequality and unfair distribution of wealth and power.
This document provides an overview of democracy as a form of government. It defines democracy as a system where government is formed by the people through elected representatives. It discusses the principles of democracy such as free elections, rule of law, and majority rule. It then outlines some of the key reasons why democracy can lead to country development, including decentralized power, rise of political and economic institutions, and spread of education. The document also discusses some criticisms of democracy and lists both the merits and demerits of the democratic system of government. Finally, it provides some examples of countries that follow democratic principles.
This document discusses different types of economic systems. It defines a traditional economy as one based on customs and traditions where resources are owned by a sovereign. A market economy is based on individual choices where private firms produce for profit. A centrally planned economy gives the government control over production and distribution. A mixed economy incorporates aspects of market and planned systems, with both government and private sectors.
The document discusses different types of economic systems, including pure market economies, pure command economies, traditional economies, and mixed economies. It describes the key characteristics of each type of economy, such as how economic decisions are made regarding what to produce, how to produce it, and who receives the goods and services. The document also briefly covers different political philosophies like capitalism, socialism, and communism that influence economic systems.
An economic system is the mechanism by which a society produces, distributes, and consumes goods and services. The main types of economic systems are capitalism, socialism, and mixed economies. Capitalism is based on private ownership and market forces, while socialism involves public or collective ownership and economic planning. Most modern economies are mixed, combining elements of both capitalism and socialism.
International Upcycling Research Network advisory board meeting 4Kyungeun Sung
Slides used for the International Upcycling Research Network advisory board 4 (last one). The project is based at De Montfort University in Leicester, UK, and funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.
When what one says is determined by what one sensually knows to be the case, then, the relationship existing between these two is said to be factual.
Such a factually based statement is said to truthfully represent that which it is referencing and that statement is called a truth.
Defines totalitarianism; highlights Mussolini, Stalin, and Hitler with clips of all three (don't have to use the entire length of clips). Also, there is a youtube clip from the movie V for Vendetta
This document provides an overview of communism and capitalism. It defines communism as an economic system where wealth is distributed evenly and the government controls everything, while defining capitalism as a free market system based on supply and demand where citizens have power. Some negatives of communism listed are it being undemocratic and centralized government control, while negatives of capitalism include it creating unequal social classes and a wealth gap between rich and poor.
The document discusses economic systems and defines them as organized ways that societies allocate resources and distribute goods and services. It provides examples of different types of economic systems including capitalist, socialist, mixed economies, and traditional economies. Key components of economic systems discussed include coordination mechanisms, property rights, and incentive systems. Examples are given of both market and planned economic systems.
This document summarizes the rise of totalitarianism in several 20th century countries. It describes how leaders like Stalin, Mussolini, Hitler, and Tojo seized power by capitalizing on economic and political instability. They established totalitarian regimes characterized by single-party rule, propaganda, censorship, secret police, and little tolerance of political opposition. Total control was exerted over all aspects of society to serve the aims of the state. Under these dictators, millions of citizens suffered from loss of civil liberties and human rights abuses like forced labor and mass killings.
The document provides an overview of communism and capitalism. It discusses the key aspects of each system, including their theoretical foundations and benefits and drawbacks. Communism is defined as a system with collective ownership and a planned economy, as outlined by Karl Marx, while capitalism is based on individual ownership and competition as described by Adam Smith. The document also outlines Marx's theory of historical stages that societies progress through, starting with primitive communism and ending with full communism.
Communism is a political ideology based on the ideas of Karl Marx and Frederick Engels. Marx and Engels observed that societies progressed through different economic stages - primitive communism, feudalism, capitalism, socialism, and finally communism. Under primitive communism, small tribes shared everything equally. Feudalism developed as powerful kings took control of land and resources. Capitalism emerged as business owners profited from workers' labor. Socialism involves workers taking political control to benefit all people. Communism is the final stage where sharing is universal and money, classes, and government are not needed.
The document outlines three main economic models - traditional, market, and command - and discusses their approaches to answering the three economic questions of what to produce, how to produce it, and for whom to produce it. It then examines the mixed economic systems of capitalism, democratic socialism, and authoritarian socialism in more depth, detailing their key characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages.
This document discusses the relationship between political and economic factors. It defines political economy as the grafting of politics and economics, and notes they are mutually dependent. It explores how governments can use political power to influence economic resources at domestic and international levels. It also outlines three major ideologies in political economy: liberalism, nationalism, and Marxism. The document examines different structures that comprise the global political economy, such as production, security, financial, and knowledge structures. It analyzes how political events like the OPEC oil crisis influenced economics. Multinational corporations and regional economic organizations are also discussed in relation to world political economy.
The document discusses capitalism from several perspectives. It begins with an introduction to capitalism and its key principles of private ownership, profit, and voluntary exchange. It then provides a historical overview of capitalism from its pre-history through modern eras like mercantilism, industrialization, and globalization. The document also examines different types of capitalism like free market capitalism and state capitalism. It outlines both advocacy for capitalism's ability to drive economic growth and self-organization, as well as criticisms around inequality and unfair distribution of wealth and power.
This document provides an overview of democracy as a form of government. It defines democracy as a system where government is formed by the people through elected representatives. It discusses the principles of democracy such as free elections, rule of law, and majority rule. It then outlines some of the key reasons why democracy can lead to country development, including decentralized power, rise of political and economic institutions, and spread of education. The document also discusses some criticisms of democracy and lists both the merits and demerits of the democratic system of government. Finally, it provides some examples of countries that follow democratic principles.
This document discusses different types of economic systems. It defines a traditional economy as one based on customs and traditions where resources are owned by a sovereign. A market economy is based on individual choices where private firms produce for profit. A centrally planned economy gives the government control over production and distribution. A mixed economy incorporates aspects of market and planned systems, with both government and private sectors.
The document discusses different types of economic systems, including pure market economies, pure command economies, traditional economies, and mixed economies. It describes the key characteristics of each type of economy, such as how economic decisions are made regarding what to produce, how to produce it, and who receives the goods and services. The document also briefly covers different political philosophies like capitalism, socialism, and communism that influence economic systems.
An economic system is the mechanism by which a society produces, distributes, and consumes goods and services. The main types of economic systems are capitalism, socialism, and mixed economies. Capitalism is based on private ownership and market forces, while socialism involves public or collective ownership and economic planning. Most modern economies are mixed, combining elements of both capitalism and socialism.
International Upcycling Research Network advisory board meeting 4Kyungeun Sung
Slides used for the International Upcycling Research Network advisory board 4 (last one). The project is based at De Montfort University in Leicester, UK, and funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.
Discovering the Best Indian Architects A Spotlight on Design Forum Internatio...Designforuminternational
India’s architectural landscape is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the country's rich cultural heritage and its modern aspirations. From majestic historical structures to cutting-edge contemporary designs, the work of Indian architects is celebrated worldwide. Among the many firms shaping this dynamic field, Design Forum International stands out as a leader in innovative and sustainable architecture. This blog explores some of the best Indian architects, highlighting their contributions and showcasing the most famous architects in India.
Best Digital Marketing Strategy Build Your Online Presence 2024.pptxpavankumarpayexelsol
This presentation provides a comprehensive guide to the best digital marketing strategies for 2024, focusing on enhancing your online presence. Key topics include understanding and targeting your audience, building a user-friendly and mobile-responsive website, leveraging the power of social media platforms, optimizing content for search engines, and using email marketing to foster direct engagement. By adopting these strategies, you can increase brand visibility, drive traffic, generate leads, and ultimately boost sales, ensuring your business thrives in the competitive digital landscape.
2. Is Democracy a Design Problem?
Yes. But it’s a little complicated.
Cusp Conference 2009, Chicago - 09/16/09
Gong Szeto
@atomiota: twitter
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6. Swaps, Forwards on Ford Credit vs. GM Credit
Hedge, Arbitrage using Futures on Steel, Light Crude; Options on Futures
Options on Stock
Stock, Bonds
META ECONOMY
Brand ~$105 Trillion
Production REAL ECONOMY
$13.8 Trillion
Product
“Redesigning Democracy” Cusp Conference 2009 Gong Szeto @atomiota
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13. Want Democracy, Kill Democracy
“Uniting and Strengthening America by
Providing Appropriate Tools Required to
Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism”
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28. First, some people decide to have a democracy
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29. They decide to create a system to govern themselves.
the many decide who those few are
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30. Or, a few people decide that they can govern a people
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31. And create a regime of the few to rule the many
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32. Throughout history, we’ve seen many variations,
each with different emphases of state and economy
Gray = Predominance of The State over individual liberties both personal and economic
Blue = Predominance of an unencumbered “free marketplace” relative to role of The State
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33. Throughout history, we’ve seen many variations,
each with different emphases of state and economy
Gray = Predominance of The State over individual liberties both personal and economic
Blue = Predominance of an unencumbered “free marketplace” relative to role of The State
State
State State
State
State
Economy
Economy
Economy
Economy Economy Economy
*: All these systems are all formal systemic responses to Capitalism, either PRO- or ANTI-
eg: definition of private property ownership and means of production ownership
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34. There are formal names to these different systems
Fascist Authoritarian Socialist Democratic Libertarian Anarchism
State
State State
State
State
Economy
Economy
Economy
Economy Economy Economy
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35. There are formal names to these different systems
Fascist Authoritarian Socialist Democratic Libertarian Anarchism
State
State State
State
State
Economy
Economy
Economy
Economy Economy Economy
Corporatist Planned-Mixed Mixed Regulated Unregulated Agorist
Capitalist Capitalist
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36. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
MORE STATE REPRESENTATIVE MORE INDIVIDUAL
Fascist Authoritarian Socialist Democratic Libertarian Anarchism
State
Economy
Theoretical
Corporatist Planned-Mixed Mixed Regulated Unregulated Agorist
Capitalist Capitalist
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37. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
ORDER EQUALITY LIBERTY
MORE STATE REPRESENTATIVE MORE INDIVIDUAL
Fascist Authoritarian Socialist Democratic Libertarian Anarchism
State
Economy
Theoretical
Corporatist Planned-Mixed Mixed Regulated Unregulated Agorist
Capitalist Capitalist
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38. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Extreme Economic Extreme Personal
Liberty Liberty
Fascist Autocratic Socialist Democratic Libertarian Anarchic
Free Speech NO NO YES YES YES YES
Assembly NO NO YES YES YES YES
Religious Freedom NO NO YES YES YES YES
Free Press NO NO YES YES YES YES
Free Elections NO NO YES YES YES YES
Private Property NO YES YES YES YES YES
Production STATE MIXED MIXED FREE FREE FREE
Health Care STATE STATE MIXED FREE MARKET FREE MARKET FREE MARKET
Economy PLANNED PLANNED MIXED MIXED-FREE FREE FREE
# Political Parties 1 1 2++ 2 PRIMARY “1” 0
Raison d’etre? Nationalism Anti-class conflict Egalitarianism Liberty Gov’t Dangerous Gov’t Illegitimate
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39. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State State
State
Economy
Economy Economy
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40. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State State
State
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
Economy
Economy Economy
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41. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State State
State
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
Economy
Economy Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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42. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State
$6K $47K $39K
State
State
Non-Profits
per capita per capita per capita
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
income Economy
income
Economy income
Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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43. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State State
$4.4T Non-Profits
$13.8T State
$338BNon-Profits
GDP GDP GDP
Non-Profits
Economy
Economy Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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44. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
$16B $27.4B $1.7B
State State
State
Non-Profits
Trade Trade Trade
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
Economy
Surplus Deficit
Economy Surplus
Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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45. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State
#57 #17 #4
State
State
Non-Profits
Least Least Least
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
Corrupt Economy
Corrupt
Economy Corrupt
Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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46. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State
#136 #18 #1
State
State
Non-Profits
Democracy Democracy Democracy
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
IndexEconomy
Index
Economy Index
Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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47. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State
8% 12% 0%
State
State
Non-Profits
below nat’l below nat’l below nat’l
Non-Profits
Non-Profits
poverty line poverty line poverty line
Economy
Economy Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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48. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
12 State
0
State 3
State
# times # times # times
Non-Profits Non-Profits
“democracy”
Economy “democracy”
Non-Profits
“democracy”
mentioned in mentioned in
Economy mentioned in
Economy
constitution constitution constitution
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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49. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
State State
Guns? Non-Profits Guns? State
Guns?Non-Profits
ILLEGAL Economy HELL YES Non-Profits
Economy
DEPENDS
Economy
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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50. Comparison of Political-Economic Systems
Communist Autocracy Representative Democracy Socialist Democracy
“Planned-Market” Economy “Free Market” Economy “Mixed” Economy
Capital
State Capital Capital
State
Punishment? Punishment?
State Punishment?
VARIES BY FORBIDDEN
Non-Profits Non-Profits
Non-Profits
Economy
STATE
Economy Economy
MOBILE
NO Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly YES Civil Rights/Assembly
NO Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech YES Freedom of Speech
NO Free Elections YES Free Elections YES Free Elections
NO Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion YES Freedom of Religion
NO Free Press YES Free Press YES Free Press
YES Universal Health Care NO Universal Health Care YES Universal Health Care
SOME Private Property Rights YES Private Property Rights MOST Private Property Rights
YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit YES Pursue Personal Profit
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53. Democracy and Capitalism
“Buying In” and “Buying & Selling”?
Democracy Capitalism
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54. Democracy and Capitalism
Mindshare and Marketshare?
Democracy Capitalism
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55. Democracy and Capitalism
Moral Sentiment and Price Sentiment?
Democracy Capitalism
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56. Democracy and Capitalism
Operating Principles and Operating Systems?
Democracy Capitalism
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57. Two rulebooks
Wealth, Power, Status
Equality
Order Basic Needs, Survival
“Homo-Democraticus” “Homo-Economicus”
(~cooperation) (~competition)
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58. Democracy and Capitalism
Democracy’s Two Main Concerns
Equality Order
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59. Democracy and Capitalism
Applying Set Theory
Due Process Nat’l Defense
Civil Rights Justice
Equality Order
Gender Rights Police
Race Rights Rule of Law
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60. Democracy and Capitalism
Applying Set Theory
Anti-Trust
Due Process Nat’l Defense
Finance Regulation
Civil Rights Justice
Contract Enforcement
Equality Economic Order
Equality + Order
Gender Rights Wealth Redistribution Police
Externalities
Race Rights Rule of Law
Social Nets
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61. Democracy and Capitalism
LIBERTARIAN Democratic Capitalism LIBERAL Democratic Capitalism
(“Freedom to...”) (“Freedom from...”)
Economic Economic
Equality Order Equality Order
Equality + Order Equality + Order
Capitalism
Stronger
Minimum Regulations
Interference (Prevent Excesses)
(De-regulation)
Trade-off
Capitalism Maximum Economic Freedom
Liberty for Security
Market takes Emphasis on
care of most Social Safety Nets
things
Social Contract!
Social Contract...What’s That?
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62. Ideological matrix that emerges from these
two rulebooks
State is Good
Left Right
State is Dangerous
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63. Ideological matrix that emerges from these
two rulebooks
State is Good
Social Order: Nation Social Order: Community
Liberal Communitarian
Left Right
Personal Freedom Economic Freedom
Equality Order
Federal Government States Rights
Libertarian Conservative
Social Order: Individual Social Order: Tribe
State is Dangerous
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64. Everyday Paradoxes
“I am against outsourcing American jobs” “I shop at Walmart”
“Homo-Democraticus” “Homo-Economicus”
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65. Everyday Paradoxes
“I believe in strong anti-trust laws” “I own 1000 shares of Microsoft”
“Homo-Democraticus” “Homo-Economicus”
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66. Everyday Paradoxes
“The Corporatization of America is bad” “My clients are all Fortune 500”
“Homo-Democraticus” “Homo-Economicus”
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70. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
esteem
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
physiological
air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
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71. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
esteem
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
physiological
air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
72. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
esteem
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
physiological
air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
73. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
Where Design Lives
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
esteem
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
physiological
air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
74. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
esteem
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
physiological
air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
75. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
Where Design Lives
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
esteem
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
Capitalism physiological
(freedom to consume, air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
allocation of capital)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
76. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
Where Design Lives
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
Democracy esteem
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
(tribe politics,
how to live together)
belongingness and love
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
Capitalism physiological
(freedom to consume, air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
allocation of capital)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
77. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
Where Design Lives
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
Democracy esteem
(tribe politics,
how to live together)
Robust, Resilient Systems
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
and Experiences
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
Capitalism physiological
(freedom to consume, air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
allocation of capital)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
78. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
Where Design Lives
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
Democracy esteem
(tribe politics,
how to live together)
Robust, Resilient Systems
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
and Experiences
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
Capitalism physiological
(freedom to consume, air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
allocation of capital)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009
79. transcendance
helping others
to self-actualize
self-
actualization
personal growth, self-fulfillment
aesthetic
beauty, balance, form
Where Design Lives
cognitive
knowledge, meaning, self-awareness
Democracy esteem
(tribe politics,
how to live together)
Robust, Resilient Systems
achievement, status, reputation, respect of/by others
belongingness and love
and Experiences
family, affection, relationships, work group
safety
protection, safety, order, law, limits, stability
Capitalism physiological
(freedom to consume, air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, exercise, freedom from disease
allocation of capital)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Updated (1990’s)
Friday, September 18, 2009