@Museek
I so wish I could.
It is beyond them. And I further alienate them every time I try.
i think it it is important. They know not what they do..
@Museek
It would be wonderful to know you could reach even one person through understanding.
@CinnamonGirlE Every little bit helps. Talking about wealth inequality and its effects is important, even if it feels like it’s taking a long time.
Sharing facts, personal stories, and clear examples can make these issues easier to understand.
It might take time, but as more people see how these problems affect their own lives, understanding will grow, imho.
@Museek
I really do try Museek. People are firmly ensconced in their beliefs here with their echo chambers and churches telling them what to think and do. It's really kind of terrifying.
But I do still have hope.
@CinnamonGirlE This is why I have been highlighting Matthew Pridgen.. someone within their community who gets it.
I am not Christian but I know it has to be relateable. We have to find stories where our beliefs meet... in order for people to have personal realizations.
People engage with stories that resonate with their values, ..the goal is to inspire understanding... imho...
@CinnamonGirlE @Museek You will not easily overcome the deeply ingrained thought "If I work hard, one day I will be a millionaire and benefit from these tax regulations".
@ToruOkada @CinnamonGirlE you have to show them HOW they won’t.
@Museek How? People play against all odds in the lottery because there are bigly winners from time to time. @CinnamonGirlE
Many people believe that working hard will lead to success but there are barriers that make it hard for many to reach that goal.
It isn’t only about how hard you work; it’s also about having access to opportunities and resources. The system often benefits those who are already at the top.
Sharing stories of people who have worked very hard but still struggle financially can help change this way of thinking. We love to share success stories but need to be realistic
@Museek Well, one example that most people can relate to is the housewife often doubling as a carer, nurse, and kindergartener - hard work with no chance of even being renumerated. But people are conditioned to ignore this. And the fact that people like Trump pay less tax than their cleaners is widely known but also widely ignored. @CinnamonGirlE
Perfect examples.
Trump paid just $750 for 2 years in a row and no taxes at all in 10 of the previous years because of reporting large business losses but most lower income workers actually pay a higher percentage in taxes. A housekeeper making $25,000/yr pays about 15% of their income in taxes... a billionaire may pay a far lower tax rate... due to deductions and capital gains.
And culturally, we have been conditioned to undervalue the work of housewives.
@CinnamonGirlE
I understand.
I’m still going to try, though.
People often understand more when it hurts them financially.
I listened to Musk yesterday.
His fear is over regulation of his own pet projects.
He thinks giving everyone two years severance is enough to help them transition.
Regulation is a pain, yes..but in a democracy, you need to reel in out of control self interest.
Where is the safety net for anyone who is not a 1 percenter?