Didn't read the article, but I'd like to comment on Big B's comments.

I'm not sure capitalism is anti-Christian. In fact, I'm sure it isn't. I am sure that a lot of socialists want you to think so.

A lack of compassion, as some of B's comments suggest, sounds un-Christian, I will admit.

But giving someone a handout, or feeling sorry for them--does that help them, really?

I think we are called to lift each other up. Throwing a couple of dollars to a "bum" might alleviate my guilt, but does it really address the problem?

"Feeling charitable" is perhaps a selfish motive for giving.

"Without love...etc."

I would agree that there is actually no such thing, anywhere, as a perfect Christian. I think any Christian would agree with that.

That America is capitalist... Well, so a lot of people are addicted to materialism. It's a human failing.


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