Was the Cold War primarily ideological or geopolitical

Question:  Was the Cold War primarily ideological or geopolitical? In other words, was it a conflict between the ideas of capitalism and communism or a prolonged struggle between two powerful states?

For the Start post, you will write a brief introductory paragraph stating what you believe the Cold War was about.  Then, provide two body paragraphs using at least two cited examples from the text.

Then, you will have to provide a Finish to someone else’s essay by replying to their Start.  You will provide a third body paragraph and a conclusion.  This third paragraph will take the opposing position and use at least one cited an example from the text.  You can finish an essay that’s already been finished by someone else, but you will need to use a different example from what’s already been posted