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Is Capitalism "Evil"?

Michael Moore's latest movie is out. "Capitalism: A Love Story" argues the case that capitalism permits ‘greedy' corporations to exploit working class people. It's a similar theme to Moore's first big documentary hit, "Roger and Me" that brought him fame and riches.

So how did this self-described "champion of working class people" get this film made? By using some non-union workers where union people might have been used!

This came to light when Michael's people sent out free tickets to union members and the American Federation of Teachers declined the freebies in solidarity with members of The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) whose stagehands were snubbed for non-union stagehands.

This is NOT the first time that "Mr. Social Justice" has pulled this stunt either. He was called out in 2000 for a music video he shot for Rage Against The Machine, which used non-union extras.

We may not agree with his thesis about "evil" capitalism but we would defend his right to present it, IF he wasn't such a hypocrite.

It's tough to believe a guy spouting off about how bad capitalism is when he made $15.5 million after expenses with "Sicko" in 2007 and $113 million with 2004's "Fahrenheit 9/11 who turns around and stiffs his core constituency, union workers, to hold costs down.

For no other reason than hypocrisy, we believe here is one way to save some money...don't go see it!

Ken and Daria Dolan have hosted their own national radio program for 22 years, anchored their own television shows on CNN, authored six books on money matters, served as money contributors on CBS This Morning and have now launched a comprehensive web site and free e-letter at Dolans.com.


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