n: any of various social system based on shared or government ownership and administration of the means of production and distribution of goods.
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Where in that definition does that mention "government take over" or "Nazis". Where in here does it mention that things such as roads and a police system are not?
I have been amazed with how many people (mostly on the right) have now decided to rail against "Pres. Obama's Socialism". These are the same people who were upset when he "cut" the military spending by raising it or paying for the wars, or giving money to Wall Street for the TAPP program.
Socialism is only "socialism" when money is giving to programs that these people disagree with.
Some people should be informed what they are talking about before they open their mouths.
