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This is not a personal belief, merely an observation. Given past and present behaviour of the US govt., it's apparent that corporations receive a rather light t
by glitchc 2y ago
This is not a personal belief, merely an observation. Given past and present behaviour of the US govt., it's apparent that corporations receive a rather light touch. By comparison, the govt is much harsher with individuals guilty of the same behaviour. This is perhaps not just economic but also strategic: The corporations are often brand ambassadors of the "American Way Of Life" at a global scale. It's soft power.
- marcosdumay 2y agoIt's some weird system. The corporations pay powerful people to say people need them, otherwise there wouldn't be jobs; then the people listen and believe. All while those powerful people have an excuse for accepting money and protecting the corporations. Anyway, if you think Google or Facebook are good "brands" for the US, you've got way too much exposition. The Hollywood propaganda works great, that big-co one doesn't.
- glitchc 2y agoA brand's worth is based on how many people know about it. Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Facebook, Apple, Disney, Tesla, etc. etc. are some of the most well-known brands on the planet. Globally, they consistently rank at or near the top. You don't have to take my word for it [1]. Step outside your bubble and do your own research :) [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_most_valuable_brands https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_most_valuable_brands
- marcosdumay 2y ago> A brand's worth is based on how many people know about it. If that was true, people would be constantly trying to impersonate famous recent criminals you find on the news.
- glitchc 2y agoConfusing fame and noteriety is a common problem, except they aren't the same thing. Not to mention copycat crime is definitely a thing. Your point is moot.