Although modern countries including China and the United States seem to have their feet firmly planted in their established governmental background, it is easy for a country to transition away. Communist China is slowly shifting towards a more democratic nation, expanding their right to free speech and press. Ten years ago in China, no one dared mock government in public press, but now it is more acceptable. Much public ridicule still angers the government, and there remain quite a few things people cannot say. Most Chinese citizens do not know the extent to which speech is free in the United States, and are astounded at how socially acceptable such public mockery is. However, free speech is slowly becoming more prevalent, transitioning the Chinese government towards democracy.
On the other hand, the United States is also slowly moving towards a more communist government. With our current economic situation, increased government intervention is deemed necessary. Multi- billion dollar bailouts are being issued, companies are declaring bankruptcy, and the current projected cost for recovery plans under the Obama Administration is more than the amount spent towards the war in Iraq, and is also more than the cost of the Vietnam War. Also, Obama’s plan of evening the distribution of wealth, narrowing the gap between of the rich and the poor can be considered nothing but Communist. This increased governmental intervention in the economy is moving us closer and closer to a Communist government. I feel that the United States should offer less “second chances” and less economic aid to large businesses. Increased bailouts cost the US even more money and will only cause inflation and worsen the economy.
Countries can either purposely or inadvertently waver from the conventions of their traditional government. Often times, interaction with other countries and individuals, in addition to time and experience can sway the country from their established government, for both good and bad.
Sources
http://www.zmag.org/zmag/viewArticle/19834
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_Economic_Stabilization_Act_of_2008
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,431523,00.html
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Renee' - this blog is very good, your point is made very clearly and it is easy to understand what you are trying to say. I also felt the lenght of it was perfect, rather than a few you had written in the beginning that were a bit too long. Interesting point regard interaction with outher countries.
Congratulations. It is good to read the words of a younger author, one who is carefully describing the events of recent times. Your clarity and construction of your points are a good starts towards further ruminations.
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