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As I often argue, America has been laden with unfair advantages for centuries. Vast land was easy to steal when 9/10 natives died from disease. The others lack
by rm_-rf_slash 10y ago
As I often argue, America has been laden with unfair advantages for centuries.
Vast land was easy to steal when 9/10 natives died from disease. The others lacked equivalent technology and weaponry.
Slavery ensured the newly established federal government made good on its debts. A good credit score means a SHITTON for the success of any state.
Abundant (stolen) land with loads of natural resources settled at the time industrialization ramped up. Lucky.
Literal boatloads of immigrants from all over the world prop up the population, increase production, and suppress wages. Great for industrial growth (like china recently).
And that's all before the 20th century.