I'm feeling much more pragmatic these days. I really don't understand why capitalism and socialism can't find a balance.
You're a lazy slob? Fuck you, suck off the state teat, I don't give a shit as long as you aren't robbing me.
Go getter capitalist type? Fuckin' A man, you're a harder worker than I am, have at ye and enjoy your mansion.
I'm fine with BOTH really. I see no problem with either one, and see no reason why BOTH can't coexist.
Tax rates should increase as your income does. Why? Because the more you make, the more you can afford to pay into the system that allows you to make so much money to begin with. That's it. End of fucking story.
With regards to health care, abortion, birth control, etc. It's public god damn safety. Nobody. I repeat: NOBODY should have to make the decision between finance and safety. There is no reason for that in this day and age. Fancy cars, big houses? Hey, work for that shit if you really want it. That's a luxury, and if you want it, EARN that shit. Ambulance ride, cancer treatment, god damn condoms? Fuck you that's a RIGHT in this day and age, no reason to be otherwise.
This is America. We CAN do this. So why the hell not?