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What's the Difference Between Socialism and Communism?

They're often mentioned in the same breath, but not every socialist is a communist, and not every communist or socialist country operates in the same way. Plus, fascism, populism and more political and economic philosophy.

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What's the Difference Between Socialism and Communism?

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    What's the Difference Between Socialism and Communism?

    What's the Difference Between Socialism and Communism?

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