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It's actually not a particularly interesting or unique view, it's obvious, and essentially the basis of civilization. Organisms that hoard resources have been
by CPLX 10y ago
It's actually not a particularly interesting or unique view, it's obvious, and essentially the basis of civilization.
Organisms that hoard resources have been targets of violence since we were all protozoa.
A widely used basic definition of government is simply the group that has cornered the market on the recognized use of violence.
Rich people have to do something to grapple with poverty or the poor people will kill them and eat their food. Same as it ever was, and its reality doesn't change in response to your moral judgement.
- yummyfajitas 10y agoSeems like effective policing and residential segregation will be a far more effective use of resources. Cops are cheap, welfare is expensive.
- CPLX 10y agoThat strategy is working great in Rio and Sao Paolo, perhaps you could visit and report back on their success.