What are the advantages and disadvantages of a controlled/command economy, eg, Cuba?



Answer:
Ideally, you can reduce consumerism and waste while focusing on the essential needs of the majority of your population. The people control the means of production. However, in practice (especially under the duress of a massive economic blockade) the system can become top heavy and bureaucratic.
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