"Nothing would fundamentally change"Even abortion related 'extremists'. Interesting how they mention anarchists, animal, pro-choice and BLM activists almost by name, but white supremacists are only implied in the 'Militia Violent Extremists'.
Very cool! I'm from Rochester but lived in Buffalo when I was young. Hope to see more momentum in these parts for more of this.
Never explored hangouts until tonight. Glad I did though.
I'm a Democratic Socialist. Well, actually I'm an Anarchist at heart, but I know that wouldn't work in a society... or at least I think it wouldn't the way I would want it too (honor human rights and respect boundaries, but otherwise no laws--yes, I'm aware that is contradictory). With that said I prefer a democratic process that elects representatives that oversee vital institutions and infrastructure for society to thrive.
Someday, I'd like it to switch to a direct socialist democracy where there are no representatives, but I think that requires a better society for starters as well as more involvement from a society's people.
I'm from the US. I think we've experienced enough. I'm hoping with a little more time (4-8 years), we can start making a big jump to a democratic socialist form of government.
Oh, and I strongly dislike capitalism. I believe money is the chief reason for class divides in our modern society. Just walking through the streets of New Orleans downtown yesterday reinforced that for me. Between Los Angeles' tent cities and the used needle I found outside the hotel I'm staying tonight in Montgomery, I think it's time to divorce ourselves from money before it spreads to space and creates a nightmare dystopia of rich aristocrats funding their business' and slaves on the moon.
We've tried capitalism for almost 250 years. I think it's time to try something new for the sake of everybody, but especially those who are trampled over in our society. I never again want to see what I saw yesterday. Nobody should have to try to find money, food, or something as simple as a shower to wash themselves of their own piss while trying to take care of and feed anyone else.
Sorry, not sorry. /rant
Proud socialist here.
What's funny, I listening to podcast with the founder of the athletic apparel Lululemon and he was praising China's recent economic dynamism. They were also lamented Europe's and America's regulations.
Many of these business types love China and forgot to mention CCP's craziness.
Yeah that thread is really something. Every single petit bourgeoisie coming out to say that they're basically poor, actually.I guess I just didn't want to shitpost in the 1 million net worth thread but the posts there are a bit insane lol I see people on the gaming side buying consoles on a whim and I already think "rich". All the caveats described there through all the pages mostly make me think "rich too".
Middle class hates that you point out that they have comfort.
I guess I just didn't want to shitpost in the 1 million net worth thread but the posts there are a bit insane lol I see people on the gaming side buying consoles on a whim and I already think "rich". All the caveats described there through all the pages mostly make me think "rich too".
Middle class hates that you point out that they have comfort.
I think big part of the problem is that "middle class" and "rich" are not all that well defined or even useful terms. Don't get me wrong, I think arguing that millionaires aren't rich is hilarious, they most certainly are unless you use really silly definitions of rich, but I think a better framing would have avoided most of those problems.I guess I just didn't want to shitpost in the 1 million net worth thread but the posts there are a bit insane lol I see people on the gaming side buying consoles on a whim and I already think "rich". All the caveats described there through all the pages mostly make me think "rich too".
Middle class hates that you point out that they have comfort.
And remember, this is the same set of people who will likely tell you that they understand and fight against institutional/systemic advantages and privilege. Consider me skeptical.Yeah that thread is really something. Every single petit bourgeoisie coming out to say that they're basically poor, actually.
I think big part of the problem is that "middle class" and "rich" are not all that well defined or even useful terms. Don't get me wrong, I think arguing that millionaires aren't rich is hilarious, they most certainly are unless you use really silly definitions of rich, but I think a better framing would have avoided most of those problems.
But sadly, the alternatives are well beyond my spelling abilities.
I guess I just didn't want to shitpost in the 1 million net worth thread but the posts there are a bit insane lol I see people on the gaming side buying consoles on a whim and I already think "rich". All the caveats described there through all the pages mostly make me think "rich too".
Middle class hates that you point out that they have comfort.
And remember, this is the same set of people who will likely tell you that they understand and fight against institutional/systemic advantages and privilege. Consider me skeptical.
Can't speak for everyone else but no, I'm perfectly happy to hate the player too.Curious, what do you guys think about landlords/real estate investors?
Can't hate the player but hate the game? lol.
Yea. Id loathe the idea of being a landlord because I am actively exploiting someone. Maybe at cost without making a dime. But that seems rather pointless too.Curious, what do you guys think about landlords/real estate investors?
Can't hate the player but hate the game? lol.
Bad. On a gradient where Meemaw and Pop pop Airbnbing their guest room is largely excusable and slumlording is straight up exploitation. I allow for wiggle room for people who inherit property with little desire to maintain them but cannot immediately divest for social reasons (such as familial expectations and pressure)Curious, what do you guys think about landlords/real estate investors?