>No, the only reason Shinkansen exists is because of government subsidies, both direct and via interest-free "loans" without any repayment terms. Can't you say

>No, the only reason Shinkansen exists is because of government subsidies, both direct and via interest-free "loans" without any repayment terms. Can't you say that for many "successful" car companies too? They're only around because of government bailouts and because of indirect government subsidies like road construction.