February 16th, 2004, 08:41 PM
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Re: OT- Rights in the USA and Canada and the world
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Originally posted by Roanon:
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Originally posted by Rollo:
Communism doesn't have to be forced. That's my point.
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Without force, you will not be able to keep the majority of people unhappy.
I have to disagree. Now...please understand...I know your country is Germany. And know this: If I had to live in another country besides the US, it would be a tough choice between Germany and Australia.
But, I disagree with the "force" comment. (unless "force" is a different definition)
To have a "successful" country, you need only keep the population happy enough to not revolt. That doesn't take force. It takes giving them things. If they have enough things to keep them happy, they will not revolt. Force, on the other hand, is only playing for time...sooner or later, there will be a revolt.
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