I like this! But I don't completely agree with the fact that left and right can be distinguished by the inward or outwards focus.
Personally, I find myself blaming myself for what happens. Whether I ace something or I fumble up completely. It's my fault and I'm responsible.
I created my own success and carved my path as an entrepeneur. And yes, today I also own a business and am fairly successful.
However, my political views do not align with that. I see myself as a leftist anarchist, and believe some people truly do not have the same chances as others. Education, upbringing, and ethnicity comes to mind.
People here in Cambodia have almost nothing, and it's impossible for them to change their lives. There are just no opportunities whatsoever if you live in the countryside.
If everyone in the world had the same opportunity and possibilities, than I would agree completely with your statement. However, that is not the world we live in. Can you blame a poor Cambodian farmer for it's situation?
I don't believe you can.
RE: No, why do you ACTUALLY vote like you do?