The socialist urge to tax billionaires is almost, but not quite, inline with the libertarian stance. They want to tax them and perpetuate the coercive nature of the state, while the libertarian would prefer to end the corporate welfare state altogether.
We both agree the billionaires have centralized capital on the backs of the plebs. Libertarians would just prefer to prevent the mechanism rather than adopt it.
GM
Thinking about how easy it is for us to turn something into an existential crutch. I’ve been reducing my coffee intake, and when I hit my daily limit, I find myself wondering what the hell is the point of all this? 😂
I’m spending a few nights in an expensive city next weekend and I asked an old friend who lives there if I could spend a few nights at his place. I could do Airbnb or hotel but they’re completely overpriced. I’ve known this guy for close to 25 years. Yet I felt this guilt of burdening him by asking.
On the flip side, I’ve let bitcoiners stay at my place and vice versa, without question or hesitation. Sometimes after knowing each other for days or even hours. (Note that it’s always a mutual friend connection that I trust, not just any random person).
I think that says a lot about having a shared passion and vision for the world.
I used to think I was being intellectually balanced by staying engaged with old friend groups I disagreed with. I wanted to avoid being in an echo chamber. But seeing some of them laugh and celebrate today’s shooting has made it clear that they have lost their humanity.
Governments: Bitcoin is risky. Our systems are much safer and reliable.
Also governments when I need a new car registration slip from out of province:
please pretend it’s 1991 and fax us a letter containing your name, birthdate, credit card number, licence number, VIN, and master account number.