Obviously IP would be abolished under socialism, but would you support getting rid of it as a reform under capitalism?

  • weshallovercum [any]
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    4 years ago

    The problem with that logic is that it requires a clear definition of what is "artistic creation". Also, it would mean that massive companies like Disney would be able to enjoy IP protections while tech companies wouldnt. I think a wholesale elimination of IP laws with no conditions would be good

    • Woly [any]
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      4 years ago

      If it's a binary question of should there be intellectual property laws or shouldn't there be, then yes, for the sake of everyone with treatable illnesses I agree that it should be abolished. But if IP law can be changed, not just eliminated, then I'd say that there are instances in a capitalist system where protecting intellectual property is valuable. It doesn't have to be forever, and it doesn't have to apply to everyone, but IP does can help certain people. Look at what happened with Bill Watterson; I think that if someone wants to protect their creations from being grossly commoditized by complete strangers they should be able to.