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ELI5 What is the hate against socialism? I mean doesn't it mean a system where the people take care of themselves and neighbors? (lemmy.world)
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[–] Bob@feddit.org 1 points 1 day ago

Well. Maybe it depends on your definition. When it comes to providing a good quality of life for your citizens, Canada is probably doing alright. But not exceptionally well. When the working class can't afford to enter the housing market, and GDP per capita is around 60% of the US; that's not so good. I'd classify Switzerland and Singapore as extremely successful.