Communism -- epic fail. Crony Capitalism -- almost epic fail. State Capitalism -- miserable failure.
Humans appear to learn little from history as we commit the same mistakes over and over.
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While I am not fearful of Russia, I believe she must be watched carefully. They don't have the cash to make most of their threats come true. However, desperate leaders do monstrous things to stay in power.