If there's one thing we can all agree on, it's that capitalism isn't working - well, at least for younger generations who get to 'enjoy' the scraps left by their predecessors. While it might not be totally right to pitch our forks at white middle-aged billionaires - you know, your Elon Musks and Jeff Bezoses, the totems of what's wrong with today's economy - tell that to 8-in-10 young folks who feel like the possibility of owning a house in this day and age is rather laughable.
Sure, addressing both capitalism's finicky structure and the way it continues to affect Gen Xers' and millennials' livelihood won't fix what's already broken. Neither will crying and meme-ing into our Twitter feeds. But at least we have that (until Musk runs it to ruins, of course).
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In the midst of a seemingly thriving economy, a disheartening reality persists for a significant portion of young Americans who find themselves grappling to make ends meet. As the value of their hard-earned salaries continues to dwindle, more and more Americans are compelled to embrace the burden of additional workloads.
Startling statistics from a 2018 Bankrate survey expose the extent of this crisis, revealing that nearly 40% of the population now holds a secondary job. This fervent pursuit of supplementary income is particularly prevalent among millennials, with a staggering 51% resorting to some form of a side hustle to combat the financial strain - as if the record rates of burnout cases and depression weren't an indicator that the system is majorly flawed.
Divide and conquer. Any General will tell that.
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This is a stupid comment. I've been homeless before and not steal food. There is such a thing as emergency food stamps and free food for the homeless. It is NOT food that they are rolling out with. They STEAL because they CAN. Just like the rich guys.
It's not wrong to be mad at a thief. But the point of the post is that petty theft will garner more attention and outrage than the $5 mil theft.
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The takers have convinced the rest of the world their victims are to blame for having nothing left to take.
if a homeless guy steals five bucks from me, let him take it, I'll even make them some food
People need to stop with the dumb "unhoused" c**p. It's "homeless." Has been for ages. Just like calling significant others "partners" because you're so obsessed with proving to others how equal you are that you'll reduce your relationship to a job.
Do you realise that many people use the term partner simply because they're not married? That's what we do, it's not about proving anything to anyone. Besides, the term "significant other " implies that you've got insignificant others.
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It makes me very angry to see some one stealing $5 M, when they should be more ambitious and steal $5 B...
i'm not that well versed in american politics, but the height of brainwashing must be all the rednecks voting for the republicans?! I mean, its not like their politics will benefit poor people 🤔😮💨
"Unhoused" *eyeroll* ... But yes, this is absolutely true, and it's ridiculous
How about everyone stops stealing and everyone lives by the Golden Rule
Knowledge & Enlightenment help you recognize the villains and the traps they make.
How has this guy never been elected President? What he says is just common sense, not anything controversial.
I’m convinced this is exactly why religion is all “hard work and meekness will lead to paradise!” to stop the lower classes revolting.
When I was in highschool, I did walkathons every year for different causes. When looking for sponsors, I didn't go to the better parts of town. I crossed the tracks to the poor section. The poor have been there, and know the struggle. They were the ones that gave.
Also, what is with people getting permission to strike or protest?
This would take an extremely talented and well versed host to counteract the combined excuses and BS those fil thy rich made up to legitimate their wealth
Avocado toast is obviously too good for the likes of you! Seriously, I've never tasted avocado. What does it taste like?
And by capture you mean steal from, defraud, or use others for pennies?
A few historical data. USA based, listed as YEAR:INDEX [MEDIAN HOUSE PRICE / AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME] - 1960: 2.68 [$15000/5600] - 1970: 2.75 [$24000/8700] - 1980: 3.55 [$64000/18000] - 1990: 4.13 [$124000/30000] - 2000: 3.9 [$165000/42000] - 2010 : 4.49 [$220000/49000] - 2020: 4.75 [$320000/67500] - 2023: 5.45 [$479000/87800]
Ever notice that every religion keeps telling us we should be happy or at least satisfied with running on that same hamster wheel our entire lives because we'll be rewarded after we're dead?
Buuuut guuuyys... how else are the capitalists supposed to keep their wage slaves chained??? Come on, guys! Think of the billionaires! 🥺
Once upon a time schools actually taught kids about the Labor Movement and why it was so important. Of course that's when they also taught civics and how to tell time on analog clocks so....
Unions, and democrats, gave us the 40 hour workweek and with it, the concept of “the weekend.” They stopped child labor and got us paid vacation time. They are currently fighting to get paid medical leave and free, or subsidized, childcare for working families. And somehow they’re the bad guys?
Without workers, no iPhone. Without workers, no Tesla. Without workers, no Starbucks. Without workers, no ANYTHING!!!
35 interviews in 5 months, applied to 200 companies. Reasons for rejections - you're great, we just found someone more flexible (read accepted to work for a lot less money)
Ditto for recruitment agencies that advertise jobs as 'a great place to work and achieve your potential', yet fail to disclose the company name in the listing.
I took a friend to Five Guys a couple of weeks ago. 2 Cheese burgers and a large order of fries plus 2 drinks- add in the small tip (yes, it was stupid to tip someone for doing their job). The bill came to $47 and some change. I swear to dog I'm not exaggerating. You charge that much and still won't pay your employees a decent wage
You can still get fired if they want you gone. They have ways to do it.
The corporate tax rate was like 90% back in the 1950s. Today it's like 26%. Wealth redistribution works!
Yeah... at my first performance review at my retail-minion job, my manager told me I got, like, a 30-cent raise and then reminded me not to talk about my wages with my coworkers because it's personal between me and the managers. Totally illegal, but short of starting a union or quitting my job in dramatic fashion, there's no benefit to pointing that out.
Unless you're an exotic dancer - then you might actually be grinding.
He may be playing it, but that doesn't mean he knows the rules or is any good at it.
I looked up plane tickets last night and yeah the 22 hour drive each way to my destination is lookin a lot cheaper. Pedal to the metal!
Especially when your spending habits look like electricity, water, gas, rent, cell, etc. I'm not buying antiques at Sotheby's! I'm trying to keep a roof over my head.
'The words of the prophets are written on the subway walls and tenement halls.'
At my old job I was able and doing the job of 3 people, kept getting false promises of xtra help coming, I left, now they had to hire the 3 people
I do. I am a fierce, empathetic pack animal that is loyal to my family, and willing to smash my head into things that threaten them. As opposed to a parasite. Billionaires have more in common with a guinea worm than they have with me.
Since we got bought out by a larger company, our$300 summer bonus turned into a $20 wawa gift card and a badge with the company logo “ to wear with pride while drinking a cup of coffee “
I can see both sides of the argument on this one. How about a compromise? End password sharing, but every paying user can opt-in to "Donate a Membership", Netflix can allocate a free membership to those who can't afford one, like those registered as disabled or low income, there's a lot of homeless families with kids who could benefit especially since there's a lot of city programs giving free cellphones to the homeless. Just an idea.
there is more to the story most likely. not every old person who still works do it because they have to. imagine being retired and having nothing to do all day.... some people, regardless of age, need to be stimulated.
Had the head of an organization tell the employees he wanted to hear their honest feedback and opinions on how things are. People gave their honest feedback and opinions. He came back and said, "I don't think y'all understood the assignment so we are going to do it again, but right this time". Well, if you wanted us to shove praise up your butt instead of the truth, why didn't you just say so instead of wasting everyone's time?!
It's an exercise in futility. Mgmt is deaf to also, when they choose to be.
"If you hate your job, why don't you just starve and die in the street?"
Can't say this loud enough. Takers have convinced the world they are givers and blame poverty on those they have taken from. The takers tell everyone if they want to have as much as they have, the just need to give more to the takers.
Just look at credit scores. Look at how takers promote social infighting.
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Y'all realize that this is powerfully American, not world-wide, right?
Just yesterday I sent an email to all (three) of the people that report to me and made it clear that the expectation when they are on a holiday or a vacation day (PTO), there is zero expectation that they are available to the company, including email, phone, text or instant messaging. If they choose to do that, they can, but I want them all to know, their time is their time. I'm a low level manager in my company, but I asked the rest of my leadership team if we all agreed this was the case. My director said yes, then asked if someone was asked to be available on their day off, and was ready to go to their defense.
I don’t make it an option. I will actively give someone criticism if I see them working on PTO. Having the option keeps the door open and makes some people still feel obligated. I will catch someone and exactly say “what are you doing online? You’re off work. Go home.” And if they email or chat me something work related, I will let them know I’m choosing to ignore them. We have to end the ‘hustle culture’.
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Can't say this loud enough. Takers have convinced the world they are givers and blame poverty on those they have taken from. The takers tell everyone if they want to have as much as they have, the just need to give more to the takers.
Just look at credit scores. Look at how takers promote social infighting.
Load More Replies... Y'all realize that this is powerfully American, not world-wide, right?
Just yesterday I sent an email to all (three) of the people that report to me and made it clear that the expectation when they are on a holiday or a vacation day (PTO), there is zero expectation that they are available to the company, including email, phone, text or instant messaging. If they choose to do that, they can, but I want them all to know, their time is their time. I'm a low level manager in my company, but I asked the rest of my leadership team if we all agreed this was the case. My director said yes, then asked if someone was asked to be available on their day off, and was ready to go to their defense.
I don’t make it an option. I will actively give someone criticism if I see them working on PTO. Having the option keeps the door open and makes some people still feel obligated. I will catch someone and exactly say “what are you doing online? You’re off work. Go home.” And if they email or chat me something work related, I will let them know I’m choosing to ignore them. We have to end the ‘hustle culture’.
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