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Who Says Germans Are Not Funny?

At least they tell a good joke sometimes....
by Jahfre Fire Eater
(libertarian)
Wednesday, December 24, 2008

German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who grew up in Communist East Germany, was quoted in Focus magazine telling her Cabinet the following joke:

"What's the difference between Communism and Capitalism?

Answer: The Communists nationalised all the companies first -- and then ruined them."

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-Jahfre Fire Eater

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Published: Wednesday, December 24, 2008
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Posted By: gene
Date: 2008-12-24 09:22:57

That's a good one! Very timely! Not sure where I heard this one, What is the difference between Capitalism and Socailism? In Capitalism you get paid after you work, In Socailism you get paid, then go to work!

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