Indeed. I have found that most folks who use the word capitalism naively mean free markets if they are idealists. Capitalism is also misused by those with a slightly better grasp even if their understanding includes that government is required for claims on certain types of property and thus enabling consolidation of assets. However, that ultimately means they are referring to state capitalism which is a marriage of capitalism and state controlled markets.
Indeed. I have found that most folks who use the word capitalism naively mean free markets if they are idealists. Capitalism is also misused by those with a slightly better grasp even if their understanding includes that government is required for claims on certain types of property and thus enabling consolidation of assets. However, that ultimately means they are referring to state capitalism which is a marriage of capitalism and state controlled markets.