Earning vs. Taking: A Capitalist’s Case for Responsibility
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Understanding Capitalism: Insights from the Constitutionalist Politics Podcast
Published October 7, 2025 4 min read Politics
In this episode of the ChristiTutionalist Politics podcast, host Joseph M. Lenard discusses the essence of capitalism, the importance of earning profits [whether be from business operations or earning personal profit via wages of/from work], and critiques entitlement culture. He emphasizes the distinction between earning income and theft, while sharing personal anecdotes and reflections on societal attitudes towards work and profit.
This podcast is designed to be straightforward and engaging, featuring just me, you, and occasionally some guests.
Thank you for tuning in.
In this episode, I want to address some critical topics surrounding capitalism and societal attitudes towards work and profit. I recorded this in September, and while I initially considered making it a video exclusive, I realized the importance of discussing these ideas in a regular episode.
The Essence of Capitalism
Recently, I was listening to a radio show discussing Charlie Kirk, who mentioned living his best capitalist life. This phrase sparked my interest, and I want to unpack what it truly means.
To me, living a capitalist life means being honest and not hypocritical about profit. Everyone desires personal profit, and even those who oppose capitalism often seek to benefit from it.
The Hypocrisy of Anti-Capitalism
It’s essential to recognize that the opposition to profit often comes from a place of hypocrisy. Many who criticize capitalism are not against profit per se; they simply want to control the flow of profits to their advantage. The real question is whether one earns their income or seeks to take it from others. This distinction is crucial in understanding the capitalist framework.
Personal Reflections on Work and Disability
I want to share a bit about my personal journey. I have been on disability since 2004 due to various health issues, but I have worked hard throughout my life. I earned my disability benefits through years of labor, and I would much prefer to be working in my IT job, where I earned a six-figure salary. However, my circumstances have changed, and I now focus on writing and sharing information from home.
The Entitlement Mentality
During a recent visit to Nanna’s Kitchen, I witnessed an example of the entitled attitude prevalent in society today. A woman became upset over a minor issue with her [to-go] meal, demonstrating a sense of entitlement [they gave her one soup FREE OF CHARGE because they only had part of a Bowl of that soup to give her, rather than appreciate THE GIFT she threw a tantrum] that is all too common. This incident reflects a broader cultural issue where individuals expect perfection without having to earn it.
The Importance of Earning
The core of capitalism is about earning your keep [Work shall set you Free Biblical point (of those willing vs unable to work) vs NAZI's placement of such above Concentration Camps (which was NOT Work, but SLAVERY* (forced Labor, no different than Slave demoKKKrat Confederate States engaged in (as well as other forms as Quoted JARED HOWE in CTP-2 Quotations chapter)); completely different things)]. I write books not to become wealthy but to share information and insights. My writing is a way to contribute to the conversation about conservatism and constitutionalism, especially as I can no longer engage in public speaking due to my health issues.
Biblical Perspectives on Community and Work
From a biblical standpoint, there is a clear distinction between those who are unable to help themselves and those who are unwilling to do so. The Bible teaches us about caring for those in need, but it also emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility. This is a fundamental difference between biblical community values and the principles of communism, which often promote entitlement and dependency.
The Flaws of Communism
Communism fails because it does not account for human nature [as Jesus said "Poor will always be among you" not an Economic or Governance statement but a recognition and warning about Human Nature considerations in any and every thing; something Communism always fails to consider. Earning something gives sense of satisfaction from having earned, while things given often are NOT RESPECTED - it is why The Projects failed and are all condemned and torn down now as they were not respected, due to not earned, decayed due to lack of caring or concern because there was no "ownership" and the like from not having "earned" what being used.]. As Margaret Thatcher famously said, socialism always runs out of other people’s money. When too many people rely on others to provide for them, the system collapses. The ruling elites may thrive, but the middle class suffers, leading to a society divided between the haves and have-nots.
[These realities were learned, sadly now forgotten, on American soil long before Marx ever dreamt up to what he thought his own creation of Marxism/Socialism/Communism in the Bradford Colony (more on that at: /power-elite/2024/08/its-why-many-do-not-want-history-taught-in-u-s-schools-they-might-learn-from-bradford-colony-early-failure-if-full-truth-taught-2453688.html).]
The Reality of Profit
Profit is not inherently bad; it is a natural outcome of hard work and innovation. Those who create products and services deserve to earn a profit from their efforts. The left often misunderstands this concept, believing that wealth can be redistributed without consequences. However, when the incentives to work and innovate are removed, society as a whole suffers.
Conclusion
In conclusion, capitalism is about earning and creating value, not about entitlement or theft. As I continue to share my thoughts through this podcast and my writing, I hope to encourage a deeper understanding of these principles. Thank you for listening, and remember to care for one another while also recognizing the importance of personal responsibility.
Take care, God bless, and love your neighbors. Let’s continue to engage in meaningful discussions about our society and the values we hold dear.
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COMMUNITY (Voluntary (Free Will, Freedom), Charitable (from/with own Blood and Treasure), lift UP, etc.) Biblical.
COMMUNISM/SOCIALISM (Forced, theft redistribution, tear down, etc.) IS NOT!
More in my CTP #books (CTP2 just dropped on June 1st 2024)…
https://JosephMLenard.us/shop
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joseph-M-Lenard/author/B09WFSY5KN
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… and as referenced many times in my #CTP #podcast ( https://tinyurl.com/ChristiTutionalist ) #Show episodes.
(just discussed with Christopher Armstrong Stevenson, episode (Special) dropped Oct. 2nd; as well as Book of Revelation discussion, if we HASTEN it (and inaction, is still an action, as songs says: Choose not to Decide, Still have made Choice) we are complicit in the #EVIL there-of/there-in)
All required for EVIL to prevail is GOOD PEOPLES DO NOTHING!
/religion/2021/10/all-that-is-required-for-evil-to-prevail-is-for-good-peoples-to-do-nothing-2561245.html
YOU, WE ALL, must BE INVOLVED
see too: http://tinyurl.com/2Chronicles714For2022
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* 
JARED HOWE:
“Anything that requires the labor or property of other people is not a basic human right. That includes education, healthcare, food, internet access, housing, or anything else that involves an investment of capital and labor. To demand free goods and services from people who sacrifice time and capital to produce them is to demand that those people become your slaves. You don’t have a right to enslave people for food or education or healthcare any more than plantation owners had a right to enslave people to pick cotton.”
related: https://tinyurl.com/ARightToWater
As discussed elsewhere: #CommieFasciSocies-ocrats never learned the basic lesson of KILLING THE GOLDEN GOOSE narrative/tale.
This isn’t the 1930′s where Nazi-Socies in Germany (later known as Fascists, as was El Duce’s and Franco’s Parties in Italy and Spain) fought for control of those respective Nations against Moscow backed Communists. TODAY, they are all ONE IN SAME (next to no real difference but a different color Flag) and a #CommieFasciSocies BLEND all about eliminating FREEDOMS people now have never before seen in EARTH HISTORY (Western Culture, mainly due to #USA)…
THERE ARE LITERALLY 28 PLANKS OF THE NSDAP IN TODAY’S DNC PLATFORM!! Have you looked?!?!?
LEFT is NOT PROGRESSIVE, they are REGRESSIVE (ever moving toward more TOP DOWN AUTHORITY over all, they way it was before introduction of Free Individual Rights based Republics (which, of course, just cuz a Nation calls itself a Republic and has a Constitution does NOT make it that, plenty #CommieFasciSocies “Republics” Constitutions outlines Govt Controls over People vs USA Protections of Individual GOD GIVEN RIGHTS of the People and limitations of the Government))
Left always trying take us back to time of all Governments run by RULING ELITES CLASS lording over all else.
Their #FASCICRATS BrownShirts (or, if you prefer El Duce and Franco Fascist BlackShirts) under false names out Burning, Looting, Murdering – and anyone with BRAIN can understand it.
related:
https://www.thelibertybeacon.com/todays-federalism-vs-original-intent-federalists/
who back when Federalists indeed pushing for more Federal-centralized authority/power, but nothing like today’s full-on Fasci-Federalists
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