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Many people cannot afford adequate food, shelter, and healthcare because of the things they don't have. There's nothing wrong with envy when you're in that situ
by burkaman 10y ago
Many people cannot afford adequate food, shelter, and healthcare because of the things they don't have. There's nothing wrong with envy when you're in that situation.
> Is it some sort of attempt to head off a revolution that will never happen?
Sort of? I don't think Trump would be doing as well if inequality weren't so high. And as inequality gets worse, I think Trump-like movements will strengthen. I'm not really worried about an armed revolt, but that doesn't mean everything is fine.