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Q: this #economic #system is #fucked

A: #llama 70b: I understand your frustration. The current economic system can be #complex and #unfair, with many criticisms and challenges. Some of the issues with the current system include:

* #Incomeinequality (!!! <- #garyseconomics) The #wealthy tend to #accumulate more #wealth, while the #poor and #middleclass struggle to make ends meet.

* #Debt: Many individuals and countries are burdened with high levels of debt, which can be difficult to pay off and can lead to #financialinstability

* #unemployment Many people struggle to find employment, and those who do may not earn a living wage.

* #Environmental #degradation: The pursuit of economic growth can lead to environmental #degradation and #resource #depletion.
* #Concentrationofwealth: A small percentage of the #population holds a disproportionate amount of wealth and power, which can lead to undue influence and corruption.

There are many alternative economic systems and theories that aim to address these issues, such as:

* Socialism: An economic system in which the means of production are owned and controlled by the community as a whole.
* Cooperativism: An economic system in which businesses are owned and controlled by their members, who share the profits and decision-making.
* Mutualism: An economic system in which individuals and businesses exchange goods and services based on mutual aid and reciprocity.
* Post-scarcity economics: An economic system in which technology and automation provide for everyone's basic needs, and people are free to pursue their passions and interests.

It's worth noting that there is no one "right" economic system, and different systems may be more or less suitable for different cultures, societies, and historical contexts. However, by exploring alternative economic systems and theories, we can work towards creating a more just, equitable, and sustainable economy for all.

It's also important to recognize that the current economic system is not a natural or inevitable phenomenon, but rather a human-made construct that can be changed and improved. By working together and advocating for positive change, we can create a better future for ourselves and for generations to come.

Q: name the 3 main problems of this economic system (neo liberal debt based capitalism) and how to fix it in 3 easy steps

A: A bold question! Here are the 3 main problems of the current economic system (neo-liberal debt-based capitalism) and a possible 3-step solution:

**Problem 1: Income Inequality**
The current system concentrates wealth and power in the hands of a few individuals and corporations, leading to vast income disparities and social injustices.

**Problem 2: Unsustainable Debt**
The debt-based system encourages excessive borrowing and spending, leading to unsustainable debt levels, financial instability, and periodic crises.

**Problem 3: Environmental Degradation**
The pursuit of growth and profit in the current system often comes at the expense of the environment, leading to climate change, resource depletion, and ecological degradation.

Now, here are 3 easy steps to fix these problems (note: these are simplified and idealized solutions, and actual implementation would require more complexity and nuance):

**Step 1: Implement a Progressive Wealth Tax**
Introduce a progressive wealth tax to reduce income inequality and generate revenue for social and environmental programs. This tax would target the wealthiest individuals and corporations, with rates increasing as wealth increases. The revenue generated could be used to fund education, healthcare, and social welfare programs, as well as investments in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure.

**Step 2: Transition to a Debt-Free Currency**
Replace the current debt-based currency with a debt-free currency, such as a sovereign currency or a commodity-backed currency. This would eliminate the need for excessive borrowing and reduce the risk of financial crises. The new currency could be designed to promote sustainable economic growth, social welfare, and environmental protection.

**Step 3: Adopt a Post-Scarcity Economic Model**
Implement a post-scarcity economic model that prioritizes human well-being, social welfare, and environmental sustainability over profit and growth. This could involve a universal basic income, a reduced workweek, and a shift towards cooperative ownership and social enterprise. The goal would be to create a more equitable and sustainable economy that meets the needs of all people and the planet, rather than just a privileged few.

Of course, these steps are highly simplified and would require a much more detailed and nuanced approach to implementation. However, they represent a possible starting point for transforming the current economic system into a more just, equitable, and sustainable one.

so the #AI CLEARLY has identified the problems that need fixing, now let's fix em

#economy#wtf#fixthis

I got one step closer to resolving our DMV issues today. The next steps cost more money though!

We need $60-300 for the immediate DMV matters (I cannot elaborate too much on it here for opsec).

We also need food money and repair money for the car ($20) and the bus's engine (depends).

We need a towing dolly to pull our car around ($400-2000)

Finally, if you know anyone with land we can park on for a while in eastern PA or NJ or NY state, please let us know.

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@MAKS23 #poor countries will choose #ccp #China as they come with a bowl of gold and then after a while they take everything from you, but at least they don't change policies from day to day, so you will know how tomorrow will be...

#Trump's tariff formula confounds the world, punishes the #poor

Ridiculed for trade #tariffs on frozen islands largely inhabited by penguins, Trump's formula for levies has a serious side: it is hitting some of the world's poorest nations hardest.

The math is simple: take #US goods #trade deficit w/a country, divide it by that country's exports to the US & turn it into a percentage; cut that figure in half to produce the US "reciprocal" tariff, w/a floor of 10%.

reuters.com/world/trumps-tarif

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Brian Eno, cont'd >

> Q: Why do you think you should be paying more #tax?
>> BRIAN: I would like to live in a pleasant, comfortable #society, and to do that means you have to reduce the number of #poor people....I don't like the thought that half of the population are struggling, and I don't think there's any need that they they should be struggling. There are plenty of people that are quite well-off like me who would be happy to share their #money a little bit more than they do.
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#poor : so completely destitute of property as to be entitled to maintenance from the public

- French: pauvre

- German: arm

- Italian: povero

- Portuguese: pobre

- Spanish: pobre

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#anticapitalism #rich #poor

but do businesses NEED (rather rely on) them or just THEN see, ...if #capitalism works without money?

who went bankrupt if noone seems interested in getting new things?

just let shelves stay full, when people guess it's worth having them

they get donated anyway to get new space in, so why fighting for materialism if ALL would live fair than in fear, in loosing one's home?

Abbott skewers Starmer on cuts

Keir #Starmer has been urged to stop referring to his plans to slash the benefits budget by billions as being “moral”

Mother of the House Diane Abbott told Starmer, “there is nothing moral” about taking an axe to social security net

“This is not about #morality, this is about the Treasury’s wish to balance the country’s books on the back of the most #vulnerable & #poor people in this society.”

thenational.scot/news/25020810

The National · Diane Abbott skewers Keir Starmer on benefits cutsBy Hamish Morrison