SabinStargem

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[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 2 points 48 minutes ago

No, cavemen were very egalitarian. This is because back then, you couldn't hoard much of anything - food spoils quickly, sex requires your partner to like you, and personal possessions were things like tools or the odd bit of clothing. It was when wealth could be preserved, such as livestock, stored grain, jewelry, and eventually coinage, that wealth became an hereditary thing.

This is why a future economic system has to be designed to prevent the excessive hoarding of wealth. Not too little, nor too much. Humans weren't evolved to be free of consequence, especially from each other.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 0 points 1 hour ago

I have been trying to put together a document that attempt this concept of ensuring the survival of people, while making money into something used for lifestyle upgrades. Also, heavy emphasis on wealth limits and preferring people over corporations. IMO, corporations are great for personal interests, but are beyond terrible when it comes to the wellbeing of people. Thus, we should make having a job optional, but rewarding.

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[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today -5 points 1 hour ago (1 children)

I think the problem with Communism and Capitalism, is that both were implemented in the first place without specific goals or structure. Those things got added on later, such as the 5 year plans or how lobbying works.

IMO, we will need a v2.0 Constitution in the future, designed not only to address political issues, but also create fiscal rules. Things like universal benefits and healthcare, how much people should be payed, wealth limits, workers voting for their leadership, and so on. This, like the Magna Carta or the French Revolution, will require force in order to displace the ways of old.

It will suck, but conflict seems inevitable. Might as well make the most of it, and forge a new way forward.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 1 points 1 hour ago

Personally, I think they should be allowed to threaten - and for those minorities and good folk to openly promise bloody murder if the racists tried their luck.

The right-wing traditionally has a monopoly on violence, not just physical, but also in speech. When you are free of consequence, your reach will grasp ever further. Like what Trump is doing with his EOs.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 4 points 1 hour ago

Honestly, the two are complete opposites when it comes to style of speech: Hitler imparts certainty in the listener, and Trump causes utter confusion. The only similarity is that both are completely evil.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 6 points 8 hours ago

Drawn and quartered, with Tesla vehicles.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 8 points 9 hours ago (1 children)

I would like to vote for a Progressive party. Sanders and friends for every ballot.

[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 2 points 12 hours ago

I wish. Sadly, despite being heavily armed, Americans are too polite and gentle when it comes to their politicians.