Exploring the Dichotomy of Free Market and Controlled Capitalism

Capitalism, as a global economic system, seems to align with various political ideologies ranging from the far-right to the center-left. Within this context, it's crucial to understand the two primary types of capitalism: the raw and unchecked model, and the controlled model with built-in regulatory mechanisms. This article delves into the intricacies of these models and their corresponding political ideologies.

Understanding Capitalism and Its Expansion

Capitalism operates under the foundational principle that capital is meant to infinitely expand and occupy space to generate more capital. Historically, this has driven the expansion from feudalism and tribalism into new territories, much like Western explorers ventured into the “new world” several centuries ago.

Theoretically, the expansion of capitalism has no finite limits, given the vast world and the potential of cyber-space. However, in reality, these resources are limited by population and technological constraints. When these natural boundaries are reached, capitalism adjusts its strategy from explosion to implosion. This implosion involves the creation of more genders, identities, and mental health categories to atomize the population and facilitate the reproduction of capital.

The Mechanism of Implosion and Its Implications

The implosion mechanism serves as a means to counteract the inherent limitations of expansionary capitalism. Entities such as George Soros’s Open Society Foundation, which aims to remove obstacles to the implosion of capitalism (such as socialism, feudalism, and tribalism), are often targets due to their counterproductive nature.

The drive towards implosion mimics historical exploration and colonization efforts. In essence, the goal remains the same: to generate more capital, either through expansion or implosion. This raw capitalism aligns closely with neoliberalism, encompassing economic, social, political, and even military implications.

Neoliberalism and State Capitalism

Neoliberalism promotes the idea of the free market with minimal government intervention. In the context of capitalism, this means widespread deregulation and the pursuit of shareholder value, leading to a focus on short-term gains. State capitalism, on the other hand, involves some level of government control and regulation, which can prevent the unchecked expansion of raw capital.

The controlled model of capitalism ensures that capital’s reproduction is limited, akin to a “one-child policy.” This is necessary to avoid over-expansion into areas like drug development, gender clinics, and junk food, which can lead to societal and economic instability.

The Political Ideology Behind Controlled Capitalism

The political ideology supporting controlled capitalism emphasizes self-control, rationality, and strategic vision. This ideology requires a high degree of intelligence, logic, and discipline at both the individual and economic system levels. The absence of these qualities can lead to the removal of the last shackles and restrictions, resulting in an unchecked form of capitalism.

Key indicators of this unchecked capitalism include rising obesity rates, high PTSD rates, and cyclical economic crises. The damage caused by capitalism can be far-reaching and often irreversible. For instance, once a society becomes deeply entangled in fast food and harmful consumerist patterns, reversing this trend becomes extremely challenging.

The Global Implications

Without a balanced approach, countries around the world face a dilemma: either they embrace the controlled form of capitalism with its inherent benefits of stability and sustainability, or they risk succumbing to the raw and unchecked form, which can lead to societal decay and economic turmoil.

The political and economic landscape is thus shaped by the choice between these two ideologically opposing models. Whether it involves strategic policy-making or individual self-discipline, maintaining a controlled form of capitalism is crucial for long-term success and sustainability.