That's the problem, there isn't any viable alternative.

Besides, a system that encourages hardwork due to the idea of survival of the fittest, is very good for long term development.

More 'people friendly' systems like communism does nothing but breed complacency.

I guess everyone who works hard to get to the top are evil freemasons then....

True it maybe, but extremely unfair to extend that to honest ones.

Majority of the gripes against capitalism comes from people who doesn't put in enough effort and then envy those who are successful. Though i wouldn't argue against laws to a certain degree of protectionism but it has to be in a way which inspires progress rather than complacency. Obvious examples of how such protectionism done terribly wrong is Malaysia's own NEP and Proton protection.


Heck, all of these are also capitalist systems. So there really isn't any viable alternative.

Before we ask about how serious are they in poverty, we must first ask, how did they get to that stage?

It is all about mentality.
- Right effort, as pointed out by Deadlocks is so crucial

Have no pity on those who got to that stage self inflicted, gambling etc.

Seems harsh but education and family planning is the core of the problem.

I am utterly disgusted with those pathetic people who have huge families ie. 5 to 6 children, then come crying and begging on national TV. Complaining how harsh life is.

If you can't support yourself, what makes you think you can support more than 1 child, giving them proper education etc. In the end you are just creating more people who will struggle.

Education is the strongest pillar you can build, forsake that at your own risk.