Just as politicians create terrorism so they can demand ever more funds to 'fight' it, it isn't uncommon for corporations to undertake similar operations.

I today posted a link to The Intercept's story on how PREPA, the utility company in Puerto Rico, has been hiding the equipment and supplies necessary to restore power there, that remains off for almost half the island.

This was done to increase their profitability, by making the problem worse, while the governor has been preparing to privatize the industry.

Crony capitalism is a thing, and it's every bit as evil as government, communism, or any other rapine institutions you might name.

Capitalism, corporations, and greed aren't a magic bullet that produces wealth for society, unless the love of money is held in check. Few corporations do.

I look forward to seeing more posts from you, despite my apparent disagreement with your thesis here. I can learn nothing from my echo, after all =p

Thanks!