Thanks; I am always appreciative of reading recommendations.  My mental acuity leaves something to be desired at the moment, so it might be a bit before I get around to it.

For the time being, I'm glad to see people coming out in support of my long-held suspicion that democracy (you know, what's supposed to be good about it) and capitalism are not only NOT inextricably linked or in any way complimentary to each other, but that capitalism can only undermine the "free and fair" society democracy is meant to ensure...  


"Pretending that you already know the answer when you don't is not actually very helpful." ~Migeru.