When did people start thinking that anarchism and capitalism are in anyway similar?

SunshineGirl · 36-40, F

In the 1980s, when neo-liberal governments tore up financial regulations and the concept of "shareholder value" took over from the idea of corporations existing and operating for the benefit of society.

exchrist · 31-35

Im not exactly sure; but when america the capitalistic overthrew authority in the form of great britain its ruler, at the time; disorder and rebellion became the admired trait?
In that example the success of 'capitalist' America became synonimous with anarchy\rebellion? Similarly bc capitalism is alledgedly a 'revolutionary' concept and the only consistent means of competetion is to overthrough the established players. Perhaps that is epitomized by 'anarchy'

Convivial · 26-30, F

If you leave out the traditional definitions, both are about doing whatever they want

Guitarman123 · 31-35, M

@Convivial they really arent. One supports privatisation. The other seeks to abolish it. One is about small government. The other hates all governments

Convivial · 26-30, F

@Guitarman123 i might disagree...i was thinking of their approach to rules

Guitarman123 · 31-35, M

@Convivial one is about voluntary organisation. The other is about hierarchy. If you still disagree then go read any anarchist literature

Entwistle · 56-60, M

When they began not to question things.
Most people think Anarchy means disorder and unorganized behaviour.

RachelLia2003 · 18-21, F

never. bc capitalism is awesome. anarchist is bad.

exchrist · 31-35

@RachelLia2003 yet the most established 'capitalists' escape the controls everyone else is subjected to. Isnt that anarchy (definitely aristocratic priveledge?). They often do it while scream anarchy and\or freedom.

PicturesOfABetterTomorrow · 41-45, M

Appealing to a country with a bad joke for an education system.

ImperialAerosolKidFromEP · 51-55, M

Because anarchism is heavier deregulation

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